Thanks for Sunderland

Thanks for Sunderland

2012 · 92 min · ★ 5.8 · Drama, Comedy

The film takes place in Slovenia today. Johan (44), is a factory worker, who dreams of a dignified life for himself and his family. His best friend Janez introduces him to Zlatko, who doesn’t take bluetouth away from his ear, and he offers him a quick profit, better job and a raise. Accepting the offer Johan robs his wife's mother, who cheers for Manchester United, and his life after that moves downhill.

Directed by Slobodan Maksimović · Written by Slobodan Maksimović

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Branko Đurić Zlatko
Polde Bibič Bojan
Tanja Ribič Sabina
Gregor Bakovič Johan
Jernej Kuntner Janez
Štefka Drolc Magda
Gašper Markun Korenček
Primož Petkovšek
Andrijana Boškoska Batič Girl in a shop

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