Aglaya movie poster

Aglaya

October 11, 2012 1h 50m 6.2/10 (6 votes)

Originally released in 2012. Aglaya is a drama film. directed by Krisztina Deák.

Starring Eszter Ónodi, Babett Jávor, and Piroska Móga

Synopsis

This film is about the relationship of a mother and her daughter, the split-up of their family, the blessing and curse of belonging together and about coming of age - all this from the perspective of the young girl Aglaja. The story is based on real-life events, an Eastern European circus artist family that fled to the West. If they want to stay in the circus business they have to make up an exotic act. The mother spends all their money to buy a very dangerous act: hanging by her hair high up in the dome of the circus while juggling with burning torches. Every night Aglaja is terrified by the fear of losing her mother. But, on some day, she has to follow the family tradition and become the "Woman with the Hair of Steel".

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 11, 2012 13 years ago
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Runtime 1h 50m 110 minutes total
User Rating 6.2/10 Good (6 votes)
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Language HU Original language
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Country Poland + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
HU

Production Companies

  • Opus Film
  • Inforg Studio
  • Hai Hui Entertainement

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Aglaya about?

This film is about the relationship of a mother and her daughter, the split-up of their family, the blessing and curse of belonging together and about coming of age - all this from the perspective ...

Who directed Aglaya?

Aglaya was directed by Krisztina Deák.

How long is Aglaya?

Aglaya has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).

When was Aglaya released?

Aglaya was released on October 11, 2012 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Aglaya?

The main cast of Aglaya includes Eszter Ónodi, Babett Jávor, Piroska Móga, Zsolt Bogdán, Iván Kamarás.