A person is playing tennis in an indoor hall and is about to hit the ball.

Feature film

Julie Keeps Quiet

(Julie zwijgt)

Teenage Julie, the local tennis school’s top talent and coach Jeremy’s favourite, is put on the spot when Jeremy is unexpectedly suspended for the suicide of a young woman who was a star junior player a few years earlier. Julie gradually realises the nature of her relationship with her coach and those around her urge her to speak up. But Julie keeps quiet.

The film’s muted colours and the allusive narrative reflect the protagonist’s introverted nature. The slow pace, the absence of excess words and the modest use of expressive devices help to build a constrictive atmosphere. Gradually, however, subtle changes occur – colours brighten, and shots widen and deepen.

Children and Youth Women's rights Europe

Basic information about the film

Title	Julie Keeps Quiet
Original Title	Julie zwijgt
Original Language	Flemish, French
Subtitles	Czech, English
Film type	Feature film
Year of Production	2024
Country of Origin	Belgium, Sweden
Length	100 min.
Tags	Children and Youth, Women's rights, Europe
Director	Leonardo Van Dijl

All screenings

03/15 15:00	Edison Filmhub Jeruzalémská 1321/2, Praha 1			tickets
03/20 18:00	Ponrepo Cinema Bartolomějská 11, Praha 1			tickets

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