Family Instinct
Originally released in 2010. Family Instinct is a documentary film. directed by Andris Gauja. At just 58 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
'Family Instinct' is a film about incest - an illegal act, social taboo and a violation of religious norms. Zanda is a 28-year-old woman, worn out by hard work. Surrounded by poverty and despair, she is trying to survive with her two children in a god-forsaken Latvian village. Her hardships can be traced back to living in a relationship with her brother Valdis. When Valdis is put in jail, the local community forces her to make a difficult choice: to stay with him or with her children. Despite her ill fortune, she manages to express her love for the children, still hoping to save her family. The film offers a tragicomic but highly authentic insight into the bleak reality of post-soviet era.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
0h 58m
58 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (5 votes)
Language
LV
Original language
Country
Latvia
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- LV
Production Companies
- FA Filma
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Family Instinct about?
'Family Instinct' is a film about incest - an illegal act, social taboo and a violation of religious norms. Zanda is a 28-year-old woman, worn out by hard work. Surrounded by poverty and despair, s...
Who directed Family Instinct?
Family Instinct was directed by Andris Gauja.
How long is Family Instinct?
Family Instinct has a runtime of 0 hours and 58 minutes (58 minutes total).
When was Family Instinct released?
Family Instinct was released on October 1, 2010 in theaters.