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72 min0documentaryHidden gem — acclaimed but barely seen
3.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Synopsis

Thirty-something residents in Zemplínske Hámre face loneliness as the mayor organizes a social event to connect singles from nearby villages.

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Why Watch

  • Meet Mayor Marián Lenka and his unique matchmaking efforts.
  • Find out how local singles respond to the evening get-together.
  • See the financial incentives for newborns in action.

Did You Know

  • The documentary was directed by Erika Hníková in 2010.
  • The film has a runtime of 72 minutes.
  • The village of Zemplínske Hámre is facing population decline.

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Community revitalizationRural life in SlovakiaMatchmaking events
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who directed the documentary Matchmaking Mayor?

Erika Hníková directed the documentary Matchmaking Mayor.

What strategies did the mayor implement to encourage childbearing?

The mayor implemented financial incentives for newborns and made announcements via the local PA system.

What was the new plan devised by the mayor to help singles in the village?

The mayor organized an evening get-together for singles from neighboring villages to foster connections.

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