Up and Down (2004)

Name: Up and Down
Director: Jan Hřebejk
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Released: 2004-09-16
Duration: 1 h 48 min
Cast: Petr Forman, Jan Tříska, Emília Vášáryová, Ingrid Timková

Comedy Drama

Director: Jan Hřebejk

Cast: Petr Forman, Jan Tříska, Emília Vášáryová, Ingrid Timková

Runtime108 min

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Milan and Goran are two criminals who smuggle illegal immigrants. One night after they complete a smuggle, they discover that one of the immigrants has left a baby behind. Milan and Goran decide to sell the baby to Lubos and Eman, who are responsible for running an illegal baby adoption center. Lubos and Eman make attempts to sell the baby to Miluska and Frantisek, a barren couple.

Critical Reception & Ratings

Up and Down (2004), directed by Jan Hřebejk, is a critically acclaimed Czech comedy-drama that explores the morally ambiguous world of illegal immigrant smuggling. The film has received positive reviews, with critics praising its nuanced portrayal of the characters and the dark humor used to address serious societal issues. While specific awards recognition is not available, the film has found success with audiences, holding an IMDb rating of 7.3 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 80%.

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Director Jan Hřebejk's 2004 dark comedy 'Up and Down' offers a unique blend of humor and moral complexity, exploring the interconnected lives of petty criminals, an illegal baby adoption ring, and a couple desperate for a child. With a talented ensemble cast including Petr Forman, the film delivers thought-provoking social commentary wrapped in an engaging, genre-blending narrative.

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Up and Down is a 2004 Czech comedy film directed by Jan Hřebejk. The film first premiered in France at the Cannes Film Market on May 19, 2004.