El Paso (2009)

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The Horváth family is a Romani family with seven children, and the story begins with the tragic death of the father. His wife, Vera, is suddenly in a fight with the authorities, determined to keep her large family together at all costs, but she is hopelessly ill-prepared for the task. They are evicted from their home and her case-Vera versus the city-finds its way to a young, ambitious lawyer. She doesn't know the world of the Romani, nor is she particularly interested in it. Initially she takes the case as a springboard for her career. Despite her prejudices, incomprehension and sometimes Vera herself, she doesn't abandon the case. Luckily she is not the only one who sides with the family. There is a social worker whose attempts to help the Horváths are also motivated by his entirely private interest in the attractive lawyer.

Director: Zdeněk Tyc
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 107 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Production: Total HelpArt T.H.A., Česká televize
Country: Czech Republic
Language: Český
Original Language: cs

Themes

Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son, Courtroom Drama

Keywords

social worker, lawyer, single mother, family

More Films by Director: Zdeněk Tyc
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is El Paso about?
The Horváth family is a Romani family with seven children, and the story begins with the tragic death of the father. His wife, Vera, is suddenly in a fight with the authorities, determined to keep her large family together at all costs, but she is hopelessly ill-prepared for the task. They are evicted from their home and her case-Vera versus the city-finds its way to a young, ambitious lawyer. She doesn't know the world of the Romani, nor is she particularly interested in it. Initially she takes the case as a springboard for her career. Despite her prejudices, incomprehension and sometimes Vera herself, she doesn't abandon the case. Luckily she is not the only one who sides with the family. There is a social worker whose attempts to help the Horváths are also motivated by his entirely private interest in the attractive lawyer.
Who directed El Paso?
El Paso was directed by Zdeněk Tyc.
Who stars in El Paso?
El Paso stars Irena Horváthová, Linda Rybová, David Prachař, Igor Chmela, Vladimír Javorský, Jana Janěková.
How long is El Paso?
El Paso has a runtime of 1h 47m (107 minutes).
What genre is El Paso?
El Paso is a Drama film.
Where was El Paso produced?
El Paso was produced in Czech Republic.
What are the themes of El Paso?
The themes of El Paso include: Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son, Courtroom Drama.