International premiere

Ms. President

Local title
Prl President
Title in Russian
Госпожа Президент
Original title
Prezidentka
Director
Marek Šulík
Country
Slovakia, Czechia
Year
2024
Programme
Doc@PÖFF Competition
Genre
Drama, Psychological drama, Biographical
Subject
familial relationships, abuse, war, COVID, self-realisation, historical personas, women, politics

“Ms. President” is a captivating, behind-the-scenes look at Zuzana Čaputová’s groundbreaking journey as Slovakia’s first female president. Thanks to unprecedented access, the filmmakers take us on an extraordinary four-year journey into the heart of political decision-making and personal sacrifice. Witness the real pressures of leading a nation, as Čaputová navigates the delicate balance between public service and personal life.

Beyond Slovakia, the film raises urgent questions about the future of democracy in Europe. With its timely relevance, especially considering recent political developments, “Ms. President” is a must-see for anyone interested in the future of leadership and democracy.

Marianna Kaat

Director
Marek Šulík
Screenwriter
Marek Šulík
Cast
Zuzanna Caputova
Producer
Barbara Janisova Feglova
Cinematographer
Marek Šulík, Marek Moucka, Martin Jurci
Music
Eva Sajanova, Martin Lauer
World sales
Rise and Shine World Sales
Runtime
Language
Slovak
Subtitles
English
Director
Marek Šulík

Zvonky stastia (Bells of Happiness, 2012, co-dir, doc), Ms. President (2024, doc)

Screenings

7th Hall Apollo Kino Plaza
Screening020701 / Prl President
SubtitlesEnglish
Q&A guestsMarek Šulík (Director, Screenwriter, Cinematographer, Editing)
Q&A duration
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Hall 2 Kino Artis
Screening042202 / Prl President
SubtitlesEnglish
Screening duration
2. Hall Apollo Kino Tasku, TARTU
Screening064301 / Prl President
SubtitlesEnglish
Screening duration
Trailer