The Enchanting Porkers (2015)
A biting Croatian satirical anti-musical that skewers media sensationalism, manufactured fame, and the spectacle of mass hysteria.
The Enchanting Porkers - Movie Information
- Original Title: Svinjari
- Release Year: 2015
- Directed by: Ivan Livaković
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Comedy
- Runtime: 1h 35m
- Original Language: Croatian
- Spoken Languages: Croatian
- Release Date (Theatrical): January 1, 2015 (HR)
- Alternative Titles: Swineherds (US)
- Production Companies: Fos Film, Hrvatska Radiotelevizija, Jadran Film
- Production Countries: Croatia
The Enchanting Porkers - Plot
The movie "Swineherds" is a satirical anti-musical which deals with the phenomena of the media sensationalism that trivializes even the most serious and the most painful subjects. The movie depicts the phenomenon of media manipulation, mass hysteria, thirst for fame and people that will, more than ever, do whatever it takes to keep their fifteen minutes of fame.
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The Enchanting Porkers - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Ivan Livaković
Main Cast
- Jasna Bilušić
- Goran Bogdan
- Ljerka Boroša
- Senka Bulić
- Ivica Gunjača
- Slaven Knezović
- Miran Kurspahić
- Ana Maras
- Jadranka Matković
- Vili Matula
Writers
- Ivan Livaković
The Enchanting Porkers - FAQs
What is The Enchanting Porkers about?
The Enchanting Porkers is a sharp Croatian satirical anti-musical that takes aim at media sensationalism and the culture of manufactured fame. It follows characters willing to do anything to hold onto their fifteen minutes of spotlight, exposing how mass hysteria and media manipulation trivialize even the gravest human experiences.
Is The Enchanting Porkers a musical film?
It's actually described as an anti-musical — a deliberate subversion of the genre. Director Ivan Livaković uses musical conventions ironically to amplify the film's satirical critique of spectacle, media culture, and society's obsession with entertainment over substance.
What themes does The Enchanting Porkers explore?
The film digs into media manipulation, mass hysteria, and the relentless thirst for fame. It's a pointed commentary on how modern media trivializes serious subjects and how ordinary people become complicit in spectacle, doing whatever it takes to stay in the public eye.
Who directed The Enchanting Porkers?
The film was directed by Ivan Livaković, who also wrote the screenplay. Livaković brings a sharp satirical sensibility to the project, crafting a story that blends dark comedy with incisive social commentary on Croatian — and broadly contemporary — media culture.
Who are the main actors in The Enchanting Porkers?
The cast features a strong ensemble of Croatian talent, including Jasna Bilušić, Goran Bogdan, Ljerka Boroša, Senka Bulić, Ivica Gunjača, Slaven Knezović, Miran Kurspahić, Ana Maras, Jadranka Matković, and Vili Matula.
What is the original Croatian title of this film?
The original Croatian title is Svinjari, which translates literally as "Swineherds." The film is also known by that English alternative title in some markets. The Enchanting Porkers is the internationally circulated English title used for wider distribution.
When was The Enchanting Porkers released?
The Enchanting Porkers was released in Croatia on January 1, 2015. The film was produced with support from Fos Film, Hrvatska Radiotelevizija, and Jadran Film — three key pillars of the Croatian film industry.
What films are similar to The Enchanting Porkers?
If you enjoy sharp media satire, you might also appreciate Big Boys Gone Bananas!*, which tackles corporate media manipulation, or The Joneses, a dark comedy about manufactured lifestyles. For Croatian and regional cinema with similar satirical energy, Everybody He Is Nice, Everybody He Is Beautiful is a classic worth exploring.
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