Cruel Joys (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 2002, Cruel Joys is a drama film directed by Juraj Nvota, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. This simple story is the feature debut for well-known Slovak theater and television director Juraj Nvota. Set in a Slovak village at the turn of the last century, the story teems with passion, and repressed and hidden emotion. It delves into the search for identity, investigating both love and hatred, while dramatizing the tragic relationship between an adolescent girl (Tatiana Pauhofová) and her ambitious father (Ondrej Vetchý). Set against the striking though simple backdrop of a picturesque, even idyllic, landscape - one ostensibly cut off from any important historical, political, or social context whatsoever - the arrival of an unwanted individual evokes the onset of a cruel drama.
Who’s in it. Cruel Joys stars Tatiana Pauhofová, Ondřej Vetchý as Karel, Ady Hajdu as Gabriel and Július Satinský, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Cruel Joys has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cruel Joys page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cruel Joys tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cruel Joys (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cruel Joys change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cruel Joys worth watching?
- Cruel Joys holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cruel Joys?
- Cruel Joys stars Tatiana Pauhofová, Ondřej Vetchý, Ady Hajdu, Július Satinský and Milan Mikulčík.
- When was Cruel Joys released?
- Cruel Joys was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.