News Update: Karlovy Vary Shocker: 'Chica Checa' Falls Flat. Was Drag Not Enough?

The prestigious Karlovy Vary competition is buzzing, but not for the right reasons. Šimon Holý’s 'Chica Checa' is drawing fire. Variety’s review calls the film 'worthy but clumsy,' despite momentous themes like a family home sale and a young man coming out. Even a small-town drag performance couldn't elevate the drama. Critics are asking if these powerful ingredients were simply wasted in Holý's fourth feature. The Crystal Globe entry is certainly sparking conversation, but perhaps not the kind the director hoped for.