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My Dear Iza (1979): cast, story & where to watch

1979 · Film · ★ 2

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Released in 1979, My Dear Iza is a drama film directed by Vojko Duletič, running about 88 minutes.

What it’s about. The film is a portrait of the Novak family: the results of the marriage between the farmer Novak and a townswoman of German descent, their children and their tragic fates and the life of Andrej - the Novaks' only surviving child. Andrej recalls the days of his youth and the wartime years, in which the family slowly breaks up due to different political beliefs and world-outlooks. In addition to the loss of many members of his family, Andrej must also face the fact that his father has disowned him and his girlfriend left him. Despite all, however, he keeps alive his hopes of a better future, which, to him, is embodied by the beautiful Iza.

Who’s in it. My Dear Iza stars Bert Sotlar as oče Novak, Štefka Drolc as Marija Novak, Zvone Hribar as Andrej Novak and Boris Juh as Anton Novak, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, My Dear Iza has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Dear Iza page.

If you liked it. Fans of My Dear Iza tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch My Dear Iza (1979)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for My Dear Iza change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is My Dear Iza worth watching?
My Dear Iza holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in My Dear Iza?
My Dear Iza stars Bert Sotlar, Štefka Drolc, Zvone Hribar, Boris Juh and Radko Polič.
When was My Dear Iza released?
My Dear Iza was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.