Film: March to May
The Avalon Theatre will present the award-winning film March to May, directed by Martin Pavol Repka, on March 12 at 8 PM, as part of the Lions of Czech Film Series, bringing top films to the Washington, DC community. Nominated for Best Film and Best Director at the 2025 Czech Lions, this captivating drama takes you on a poignant journey through the heart of a rural village where one family’s quiet, peaceful world is disrupted by a surprising and life-changing discovery.
Presented by the Embassy of the Czech Republic in collaboration with the Embassy of the Slovak Republic
More about the film:
March to May (Od marca do mája)
Director: Martin Pavol Repka
Language: Slovak with English subtitles
Czech/Slovak co-production, 2024, 85 minutes
In March to May, a mother in her late 40s learns she’s unexpectedly pregnant, and the news sends ripples through her family, shifting their dynamics in profound and intimate ways. Over three transformative months, the family comes to terms with this surprising change, exploring themes of growth, change, and the deep bonds that hold them together. With its delicate portrayal of everyday life, the film is a heartfelt exploration of time, family, and the unforeseen twists that shape our lives.
About the Director
Director Martin Pavol Repka was born in Bratislava, Slovakia, and graduated from Department of Directing at the prestigious Film and Television Academy of the Performing Arts (FAMU) in Prague. He has made a number of short films, including But I’m Also Happy (Ale aj sa těším, 2018, short), The Sun Will Not Harm You By Day (Za dňa ťa slnko nezraní, 2019, short doc.), Reaching River Distance (Do dálky a lodí, 2021, short), and Dad (Táta, 2022, short). March to May (Od marca do mája, 2024) marks his debut feature film, which received its world premiere at the prestigious Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.
Event Details:
Date/Time: March 12, 2025, 8 pm
Location: Avalon Theatre
5613 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20015
Tickets can be purchased at the box office or online at:
https://www.theavalon.org/films/march-to-may/