Movie: The Basics of Killing

Top 10 Billed Cast

Primož Vrhovec
Primož Vrhovec

Marko

Irena Kovačević
Irena Kovačević

Dunja

Miha Košec
Miha Košec

Taras

Ula Gulič
Ula Gulič

Mala

Borut Veselko
Borut Veselko

Šef

Vlado Novak
Vlado Novak

Ravnatelj

Marjuta Slamič
Marjuta Slamič

Manica

Eva Stražar
Eva Stražar

Verena

Ludvik Bagari
Ludvik Bagari

Mozakar

Nataša Burger
Nataša Burger

Mozakarjeva žena

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    The focus is on the disintegration of an idyllic relationship between parents, Marko and Dunja. This is due to a lack of respect, caused by loss of employment and a financial breakdown. In time, the parents are no longer able to bear their burden, which is thus increasingly weighing their children down. In Slovenia, the story from The Basics of Killing occurs on a daily basis, but it could happen anywhere. To those familiar with the phenomenon, the film will be a painful experience, to others, may it be a warning.

  • Release Date

    2017-10-12

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    5

  • Rating:

    2.5 starts
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    Slovenščina
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