Czech Films Blog
The Fabulous World of Jules Verne (Vynález zkázy) – Newly Restored Cinematic Gem by Karel Zeman
Legendary Czechoslovak director Karel Zeman's film "The Fabulous World of Jules Verne" is inspired by Jules Verne's novel of the same name, creatin...
Dark Blue World (Tmavomodrý svět, 2001) – A Powerful Story of Heroism, Friendship, and Love
Jan Svěrák's Dark Blue World stands among the most successful Czech films of recent decades. This wartime drama and love story pays tribute to the ...
Proud Princess (Pyšná princezna) – A Charming Animated Remake of a Czech Fairy Tale Classic
The beloved Czech fairy tale "Proud Princess" returns in a delightful new animated version, capturing the hearts of children and adults alike. This...
Big Beat / Sakali leta (1993) – Czech Rock 'n' Roll Freedom, Now Remastered on Blu-ray 🎸✨
Set in Prague in 1959, Šakalí léta (Big Beat) is an energetic musical comedy celebrating rock 'n' roll, freedom, and youthful rebellion against con...
Báječná léta pod psa (1997) – Wonderful Years That Sucked, Now Remastered on Blu-ray 🎬✨
Based on the bestselling novel by Michal Viewegh, Báječná léta pod psa (Wonderful Years That Sucked) is a bittersweet and humorous look at growing ...
The Merry Wives of Vok (Svatby pana Voka, 1970) – A Witty Historical Comedy Full of Charm 🎬👑
Take a step back into the Rudolfine era with The Merry Wives of Vok (Svatby pana Voka), a clever and elegant historical comedy directed by Karel St...
How About a Plate of Spinach (1977) – A Whirlwind of Absurd Comedy 🎬
Czech cinema is known for its unique take on comedy, and Což takhle dát si špenát (How About a Plate of Spinach, 1977) is a perfect example of the ...
Jiří Mádl – From Teen Roles to a Brilliant Director
In the Czech Republic, film critics have handed out awards, and I can't shake the feeling of disappointment they left behind. This is particularly ...
The Shop on Main Street: The First Czech Oscar and a Unique Nomination for Ida Kaminska
The Shop on Main Street is a gem of Czechoslovak cinema, celebrated as the first film from the region to win an Academy Award. In 1966, it received...
Princess Jasněnka and the Flying Shoemaker ( O princezne Jasnence a letajicim sevci): A Timeless Czech Fairy Tale
Princess Jasněnka and the Flying Shoemaker is a magical Czech fairy tale film from 1987, directed by Zdeněk Troška. This enchanting story masterful...
You Are a Widow, Sir (Pane, vy jste vdova!) A Masterpiece of Absurdist Czech Comedy and Satire
You Are a Widow, Sir (Pane, vy jste vdova!) is a 1971 satirical comedy directed by Václav Vorlíček, one of the masters of Czech cinema. The film re...
The Seven Ravens (Sedmero krkavců): A Tale of Courage and Redemption
The Seven Ravens (Sedmero krkavců) is a powerful Czech fantasy film inspired by Božena Němcová’s classic fairy tale of the same name. The story fol...