Garbage, the City and Death (2012): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2012, Garbage, the City and Death is a drama film directed by Jan Hřebejk, running about 74 minutes.

What it’s about. Romi (Gabriela Mícová), a prostitute, is anything but successful at her job: she is of far too gentle a nature for her clients. The more obstinately she is pushed to the streets by her pimp Franz (Stanislav Majer), the closer she is to a complete breakdown. One day Romi is addressed by a property speculator referring to himself as a "wealthy Jew" (Martin Finger). He does not demand any sexual services of her. He satisfies himself with Romi telling him stories, for which he lavishly rewards her. However, no one shares the sudden happiness with Romi. Her work-mates and current clients turn their backs on her, as does Franz, with whom Romi is in love. The whole story takes place in the setting of a dilapidated city, during the clean-up of which politicians openly split their profit with speculators and lobbyists, all under protection from the police.

Who’s in it. Garbage, the City and Death stars Gabriela Míčová as Romi, Dana Poláková as Mrs. Müller, Martin Pechlát as Mr. Müller and Stanislav Majer as Franz, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, Garbage, the City and Death has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Garbage, the City and Death page.

If you liked it. Fans of Garbage, the City and Death tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.