Set against the backdrop of post-World War II Communist Czechoslovakia, this poignant drama revolves around a group of individuals deemed bourgeois by the government and consequently sentenced to work in a junkyard as part of their rehabilitation. Their lives intertwine with both hardship and intrigue as they navigate this harsh environment, forging unlikely bonds.Amidst the dilapidated landscape, we follow the story of a young man who is consumed by his longing for a female convict working alongside him in the yard. This quiet love story unfolds amidst the larger societal struggle, providing moments of tenderness and hope that pierce through the bleak setting and oppressive political atmosphere.Through its exploration of human connection and desire for redemption, this film offers a unique glimpse into the lives of ordinary people caught in extraordinary circumstances during one of the most challenging periods of European history.
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