Ingrid, a single mother living with her daughter and grandmother in an eastern Slovak village where Roma face stigma, becomes a professional parent to a Roma girl to survive.
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Speaking about the film, Erik has said:“This film offers a raw and unflinching look at the struggles faced by Ingrid, a single mother in a small village in eastern Slovakia. Battling financial hardships and societal biases, Ingrid's decision to become the legal representative of a young Roma girl leads to a tumultuous journey fraught with personal demons and moral dilemmas. We were compelled to bring 'The Professional Parent' to our audience because of its bold exploration of difficult themes, including the harsh realities of poverty and the complexities of parenthood.Ingrid's descent into violence towards the Romani child forces viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about prejudice and the depths of human frailty. Audiences should see 'The Professional Parent' for its fearless portrayal of the human condition and its unwavering commitment to truth. It's a film that challenges preconceptions, ignites important conversations, and ultimately offers a glimmer of hope amidst the darkness. Moreover, the film vividly captures the universal dimension of societal dynamics, shedding light on the treatment of minorities across contemporary societies worldwide.”
The film recently screened at the Short Film Corner at the 2025 Festival de Cannes as part of the Rendez-Vous Industry program. As of 2025, "The Professional Parent” is the most successful Slovak short fiction film in terms of official selections at Academy Awards Oscar®-qualifying festivals. The film has been named an Official Selection by 44 film festivals, including eight official Oscar®-qualifying festivals, across 23 countries, and going on to win eight awards. The awards include Best International Film at the Canadian Screen Award Qualifying New York Shorts International Film Festival, the largest short film festival in New York, and the Honorable Mention Award at the Thomas Edison Film Festival.
