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Release Year2016
Runtime0h 17m
LanguageLithuanian
CertificationNR
GenresDrama
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DirectorDomas Petronis
WritersDomas Petronis
TypeFeature Film
Rating0.0 out of 10
Cast6 credited
Also Known AsThe Roots Are Bitter
About The Roots Are Bitter
A desperate couple tries to conceive a baby, unfortunately, Vytas is infertile. They look for a solution and get creative in the process, trying out weirder and weirder methods. This situation slowly forces Vytas to question his masculinity. The story reflects relationship problems of a messed up couple.
Directed by Domas Petronis, The Roots Are Bitter leans on a strong ensemble — Giedrius Kiela, Justina Nemanytė, Saulius Čiučelis — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2016.
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