Wild Growth (1963) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained

Release, runtime and language

1963 · 96 mins · Slovene

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Directed by

Igor Pretnar

Starring

Polde Bibič, Majda Potokar, Lojze Rozman, Janez Rohaček, Maks Bajc, Stane Sever

Set in the 18‑century Slovenian countryside, future manor lord Ožbej falls for the new maid Meta. His family opposes the match and schemes to keep them apart. Meta endures villagers’ scorn, yet Ožbej remains devoted. Their five children are branded bastards by the manor. Driven by desperation, Ožbej hopes to reunite with Meta and his children, fighting to survive the social exile and family pressure.