Synopsis

Ana Bauch is a dedicated and liberal-minded literature teacher in a small Hungarian town. Beloved by her students for her unorthodox and creative approach, she assigns Agnieszka Holland's Total Eclipse, a film depicting the relationship between French poets Arthur Rimbaud and Paul Verlaine. When a conservative father hears of the assignment, he reports Ana to the principal. Ana is accused of misconduct and spreading homosexual propaganda, and when the local media gets wind of the brewing scandal, she faces even more scrutiny. In a system where many have given up, Ana must decide to fight or flee.

FIPRESCI Prize and Best Film for Competition 1-2, Warsaw International Film Festival
Toronto International Film Festival