Fair Play (2014 film)

Fair Play (film)

Fair Play is a 2014 Czech drama film directed by Andrea Sedláčková. The film is set in the 1980s and revolves around the life of a young athlete who is subjected to a state-sponsored doping program.

Plot

The story is set in Czechoslovakia during the 1980s, a period marked by political repression and state control. The protagonist, Anna, is a talented sprinter who dreams of competing in the Olympic Games. Her mother, Irena, is a former athlete who now works as a cleaner. Irena is determined to see her daughter succeed and escape the oppressive regime.

Anna is selected for a special training program, which unbeknownst to her, includes the administration of anabolic steroids. As Anna's performance improves, she begins to experience the adverse effects of the drugs. When she discovers the truth, she faces a moral dilemma: continue using the drugs to achieve her dreams or reject them and risk her career.

Cast

• Judit Bárdos as Anna
• Anna Geislerová as Irena
• Roman Luknár as Bohdan
• Eva Josefíková as Martina
• Ondřej Novák as Tomáš

Themes

The film explores themes of morality, freedom, and the impact of political repression on individual lives. It also delves into the ethical issues surrounding doping in sports and the lengths to which individuals and states will go to achieve success.

Reception

Fair Play received positive reviews for its compelling narrative and strong performances, particularly by Judit Bárdos and Anna Geislerová. The film was praised for its realistic portrayal of the era and its nuanced exploration of complex moral issues.

Related Pages

• Doping in sports
• Czechoslovakia
• Olympic Games
• Political repression