Slovak Film and Television Academy head criticizes commercial broadcasters' reluctance to air domestic content

The head of the Slovak Film and Television Academy (SFTA) criticized commercial television stations for their unwillingness to broadcast Slovak productions, even when offered for free. The academy chief specifically referenced the film "Slnko v sieti" (The Sun in a Net), a classic of Slovak cinema, noting that private broadcasters have rejected it despite no cost. She argued that financial reasons are often used as a convenient excuse to avoid programming domestic content. The comments highlight ongoing tensions between Slovak cultural institutions and commercial media over the promotion of national film and television productions.