Floating Things 2009
In Mircea Daneliuc's biting social satire *Floating Things* (2009), Avram returns from Europe with a controversial business plan: breeding guard dogs to sell to wealthy Italians desperate for protection against immigrant waves.
Director: Mircea Daneliuc
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Floating Things (2009) about?
The film follows Avram, who tries to capitalize on Italy's fear of immigrants by breeding and exporting guard dogs. However, his plan backfires when he sets up near a camp of deported Romanians, mirroring the very conflicts he sought to exploit.
Who directed Floating Things?
Mircea Daneliuc, a Romanian filmmaker known for his sharp social critiques and provocative storytelling, directed *Floating Things*.
Who stars in Floating Things?
The film features Magda Cernat, Toma Cuzin, Claudiu Maier, and Olimpia Melinte in key roles.
Is Floating Things (2009) worth watching?
As a 2009 drama with strong thematic depth, *Floating Things* offers a thought-provoking take on immigration and morality. While not widely rated, its brief runtime and bold premise make it a compelling watch for fans of Eastern European cinema.
How long is Floating Things?
The film runs for 89 minutes.
About Floating Things (2009) — A Romanian guard dog business exposes Europe's immigration hypocrisy
In Mircea Daneliuc's biting social satire *Floating Things* (2009), Avram returns from Europe with a controversial business plan: breeding guard dogs to sell to wealthy Italians desperate for protection against immigrant waves. Yet his scheme takes an ironic turn when he sets up shop near a makeshift camp of Romanian deportees along the Danube, re-creating the very tensions he sought to exploit. As Avram's personal life unravels in an affair, the film blurs the lines between predator and prey, ambition and desperation, all under the weight of Europe's shifting borders and moral contradictions.
This stark drama explores the absurdity of xenophobia and commerce, wrapped in Daneliuc's signature blend of dark humor and raw realism. With a runtime under 90 minutes, *Floating Things* packs a punch, questioning who really benefits from fear—and at what cost.