(Neplacené volno)
Director Paula Ďurinová transforms her personal experience of burnout into a collective portrait of contemporary society. She follows individuals for whom exhaustion, anxiety, and a loss of motivation have become an ordinary part of everyday life. Their struggles are perceived as personal failure rather than a broader systemic phenomenon. Through recordings of group therapy sessions, the film reveals burnout as a common yet publicly concealed experience—driven by pressures to perform, constant availability, self-control, and resilience. Stylistically challenging yet accessible, the film invites not only emotional engagement but also a shift of personal burden into the public sphere, transforming isolation into a sense of shared belonging. (The film may be unsuitable for photosensitive audiences.)
Czech CompetitionBasic information about the film
| Title | Action Item |
|---|---|
| Original Language | English |
| Subtitles | Czech, English |
| Film type | Full-length documentary |
| Year of Production | 2025 |
| Country of Origin | Czech Republic, Germany, Slovakia |
| Length | 68 min. |
| Director | Paula Ďurinová |
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