The Last Day of Patriarchy

The Last Day of Patriarchy

Should all men's dying wishes be granted?

2021 · 16 min · ★ 8.5 · Comedy

Nina is pregnant with Jakub. Today, he introduces her to his family. They’re all gathered in the hospital at the bedside of his grandfather. Just as the young lady tries to put on a brave face, she is faced with the surprising reaction of the dying relative: he wants to see her breasts. This sparks a debate to which she is not invited – should the patriarch’s last vow be satisfied?

Directed by Olmo Omerzu · Written by Petr Pýcha

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