Three people sharing a moment, one sitting on the floor showing a phone.

Identities

Slow

(Slow)

The film portrays varying forms of an intimate relationship between two very different people: spirited dancer Elena and reserved sign language interpreter Dovydas, who want to stay together despite their differing physical needs.

Though both work with physicality, each sees their body differently: Elena enjoys sexuality and embraces random erotic experiences, while Dovydas is content without sex or physical contact. The film moves between the different stages of their relationship, from their initial chance meeting to the process of building intimacy without sex, as well as arguments and other problems. The film is not only the story of Elena and Dovydas, but also a wider reflection on themes such as open relationships, partner stereotypes and expectations. Thanks to its sensitive treatment of an original theme, the film won a directing award at Sundance.

03/21 18:00

Lucerna Cinema – large hall, Vodičkova 36, Praha 1

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03/26 17:30

Evald, Národní 28, Praha 1

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Title	Slow
Original Title	Slow
Original Language	Lithuanian
Subtitles	Czech, English
Film type	Feature film
Year of Production	2022
Country of Origin	Lithuania, Spain, Sweden
Length	108 min.
Tags	LGBTQ+, Lifestyle, Europe
Director	Marija Kavtaradze

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