Jaba
Originally released in 2006. Jaba is a documentary film. directed by Andreas Bolm. At just 37 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Zoli earns his livelihood abroad by skinning chinchillas in a Danish fur factory. The film begins with the story of Zoli's return to the periphery, to the small Hungarian village of Jaba. Zoli's family, settled Romas, struggle to earn their living by hiring themselves out as day-laborers. For Zoli, Jaba has no work and no prospects, so he kills time and waits. Standstill. "Jaba" tells the story of survival in one of Europe's poorest regions.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2006
20 years ago
Runtime
0h 37m
37 minutes total
User Rating
4.3/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
HU
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- HU
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jaba about?
Zoli earns his livelihood abroad by skinning chinchillas in a Danish fur factory. The film begins with the story of Zoli's return to the periphery, to the small Hungarian village of Jaba. Zoli's fa...
Who directed Jaba?
Jaba was directed by Andreas Bolm.
How long is Jaba?
Jaba has a runtime of 0 hours and 37 minutes (37 minutes total).
When was Jaba released?
Jaba was released on January 1, 2006 in theaters.