Delo osvobaja

Labour Equals Freedom
  • Fiction Film
  • 71'
drama
  • 2004
  • Slovenia

Synopsis

With Slovenia’s integration into the European Union, the main character loses his job, which, consequently, triggers many problems. Peter is a machine operator in his early forties. He is trying to find another job, but all his efforts are in vain. He is losing self-confidence and self-esteem. He suspects his wife Vera of cheating, and when it already seems that his fears are a figment of his imag

With Slovenia’s integration into the European Union, the main character loses his job, which, consequently, triggers many problems. Peter is a machine operator in his early forties. He is trying to find another job, but all his efforts are in vain. He is losing self-confidence and self-esteem. He suspects his wife Vera of cheating, and when it already seems that his fears are a figment of his imagination, they turn out to be true. Peter demands a divorce and remains alone. In a moment of despair, he decides to hang himself. But as the rope is tightening a neighbour saves his life. But his pointless life goes on - from the Employment Office to a local bar. One day he finds his frightened neighbours in front of the house. There is a gas leak and the fire-fighters are stuck in a traffic jam. Without hesitation, Peter runs into the building and saves the day. His neighbours are cheering him, and the house manager offers him a job as caretaker. Peter's self-esteem is restored.

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