Šmejdi

In terms of this film, I am not seeing enough negative reactions directed at the confession of the guy who openly admitted that he would do the job again. And then there is the "little thing" in that a feature-length Czech documentary announces a problem and addresses a segment of the population that exists in a completely different universe than the audience of a feature-length Czech documentary. And I ask for the intersection of these worlds. (31/07/2013)

It was really sickening. That may be the reason for such rating. Nevertheless, this is an example of a documentary that had a purpose and most importantly, had an impact. It helped to get a few bastards in jail, and it helped some people clear their name. And for me, that’s the reason why documentaries should be created. (15/10/2013)

Go see this movie. Go see it by yourself, with your parents and grandparents. Spread the information about it further. This is a case where the content is truly important. Try to change at least a little something and prevent these people from further profiting from seniors. It won't be easy, but this is a good first impulse. More: http://www.filmovy-denik.cz/2013/05/smejdi-2013-80.html (07/05/2013)

I gave the movie a rating of 4* not because it was somehow groundbreaking or amazing, but because it shows human stupidity in all its colossal glory. It is clear to all average intelligent people what quality they will get for the money at sales events, but some penny-pinchers let themselves be cheated three times just to drool eagerly at the designated gathering place and look forward to being robbed for the fourth time. We are quickly informed that these mostly retired unhappy individuals are not to blame because they cannot withstand the hardships of today's terrible times, but try to get ahead of such a defenseless person in line at the post office or at Kaufland, I guarantee you will be glad if you do not suffer any harm to your health... (28/07/2016)

Based on the quality of filmmaking skills, this documentary does not impress and can be compared to warning consumer journalism. However, its educational and social significance far outweighs the unremarkable artistic qualities of the film. The hidden camera captures the harsh pressure on senior citizens during demonstration events and showcases a parade of human naivety, herd mentality, ignorance, and consumer desires on one hand, and on the other, ruthlessness, manipulation, rudeness, lies, and intimidation. The best defense is to ignore such actions and use common sense and basic taste. The film indirectly corrects the persistently maintained misconception that retirees are the poorest and socially most vulnerable segment of society. If that were the case, then similar questionable companies with their aggressive marketing wouldn't exist, and filmmakers would have nothing to film. In reality, the socially most vulnerable are families with multiple children and disabled individuals. The biggest problem for retirees, at least until now, is not the level of pensions and economic background, but loneliness and social isolation. Overall impression: 65%. (01/02/2014)