The Other One (2025)

The Other One (2025) poster

In her feature-length debut, Marie-​Mag­da­le­na Kochová uses the character of eighteen-year-old Johanna to explore the phenomenon of “glass children” – children who, because they have a special-needs sibling, are neglected by their family, however unintentionally. They often feel invisible, their problems are always considered less important, and they are often expected to help take care of their disabled brother or sister. Johana is about to graduate from high school, and so she must decide whether to leave home to study, or stay and help her parents. An immensely sensitive account of the nature of sibling love which, for once, puts “the other one” first. Anna Kořínek (kviff.com)

Director: Marie-Magdalena Kochová
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 87 min
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Screenplay

Music: Pjoni
Cinematography: Marie-Magdalena Kochová, Ludvík Otevřel
Editing: Simona Donovalová
Production: m3 films s.r.o., GUČA films, Česká televize, FAMU
Country: Czech Republic, Slovakia
Language: Český
Original Language: cs
More Films by Director: Marie-Magdalena Kochová
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Other One about?
In her feature-length debut, Marie-​Mag­da­le­na Kochová uses the character of eighteen-year-old Johanna to explore the phenomenon of “glass children” – children who, because they have a special-needs sibling, are neglected by their family, however unintentionally. They often feel invisible, their problems are always considered less important, and they are often expected to help take care of their disabled brother or sister. Johana is about to graduate from high school, and so she must decide whether to leave home to study, or stay and help her parents. An immensely sensitive account of the nature of sibling love which, for once, puts “the other one” first. Anna Kořínek (kviff.com)
Who directed The Other One?
The Other One was directed by Marie-Magdalena Kochová.
How long is The Other One?
The Other One has a runtime of 1h 27m (87 minutes).
What genre is The Other One?
The Other One is a Documentary film.
Where was The Other One produced?
The Other One was produced in Czech Republic, Slovakia.