The House

This is a film every overbearing father from small towns and villages should watch because the director perfectly captures the story of a father trying to control his daughter’s life. The film has this beautifully natural vibe, set in a stunning landscape, where the only eyesore is the house itself. The actors were fantastic, with Miroslav Krobot proving once again just how great he is, and everyone else in the cast held their own. After Flower Buds, here’s another film about the present and the people living in it, and it’s definitely worth watching. It’s different from most modern Czech/Slovak films, and yet, it had me fully engaged. (04/09/2012)

Very gloomy movie, from which only very few positive pieces can be pulled out. I appreciate the excellent acting performances of Judita Bárdos and Miroslav Krobot. Like some other commentators on csfd, I was annoyed by unnecessary dubbing. (10/10/2012)

If Miroslav Krobot hadn't decided to become an actor in his old age, this film wouldn't have been made. It relies on his minimalist acting, which requires essentially just one expression. It's as if the role was written specifically for him. Krobot hasn't yet shown how many dimensions of acting he possesses, but he hasn't had to. With his skills, from which he reveals little, he managed to entertain brilliantly in other films. He certainly has nothing to be ashamed of. His father/builder, who wants to build a house for each of his daughters, is a typical person who cares about the family's well-being, so he doesn't mind terrorizing them. As long as it goes his way. Imrich isn't entirely a negative character, but he simply cannot get over his dreams and ideas to which everyone must submit. After all, what a sacrifice it is for him to build a house for his daughters! What more could they want? Then the family will be happy. He just doesn't realize that his behavior is what makes the family unhappy, driving everyone away except for his loyal wife. The script is excellent, though its execution isn't all that breathtaking. As I said, without the actors' performances, there would be empty spaces that ultimately remain. It's as if the director and screenwriter simply didn't want to address certain issues, explain them too much, and closed the film with a happy ending. That ending might be a bit too convenient, even though Miroslav Krobot makes you believe that he really means it seriously. (02/23/2013)