Czech Films Blog
Smoke: The Newly Restored Cult Musical Now on Blu-ray
A peculiar musical about peculiar times – this is how the film Smoke (Kouř), now available in a newly restored version on Blu-ray, can be succinctl...
Ball Lightning: A Comedy That Offers More Than Just Laughter
Ball Lightning is one of those Czechoslovak comedies that has left an indelible mark on the history of cinema. This 1978 film, now available on rem...
The Ear: A Masterful Psychological Drama That Remains Relevant
The Ear is one of the most significant films in Czechoslovak cinema, rightfully standing among the classics that have left a profound impact on aud...
Wonderful Years That Sucked: A Timeless Czech Classic
Wonderful Years That Sucked (Báječná léta pod psa) is one of those rare films that you can watch multiple times a year without ever getting tired o...
Amerika: The Dark and Surprising Vision of Vladimír Michálek
Had it not been for this year’s Karlovy Vary Film Festival, I might have completely forgotten about Amerika, directed by Vladimír Michálek. Upon re...
Starci na chmelu: A Summer Classic of Czech Cinema
As the warm days of summer unfold, there's no better time to revisit the 1964 Czechoslovak classic, Starci na chmelu (Green Gold). Directed by Ladi...
Private Lives: A Deep Dive into Psychological Drama
Private Lives (Súkromné životy), a 1990 film directed by Dušan Hanák, stands out as a poignant exploration of the intricate dynamics within persona...
The Street Is Singing: A Forgotten Gem of Czech Comedy
In the Czechoslovak cinema, the 1939 film The Street Is Singing (Ulice zpívá) holds a special place as a unique and intriguing piece of work. Direc...
Mr. & Mrs. Stodola: A Chilling Tale of True Crime
Mr. & Mrs. Stodola is a gripping film that tells the unsettling story of Jaroslav and Dana Stodola, a young couple living in a tranquil village...
Holiday Makers (Účastníci zájezdu): A Delightful Czech Comedy on the Road
Holiday Makers (Účastníci zájezdu), a 2006 Czech comedy film directed by Jiří Vejdělek, is a delightful adaptation of Michal Viewegh's novel of the...
The Mysterious Castle in the Carpathians: A Classic Blend of Comedy and Sci-Fi
The Mysterious Castle in the Carpathians, a 1981 Czechoslovak comedy and science fiction film, stands as a testament to the brilliant synergy betwe...
Remembering Vlastimil Harapes: A Ballet Icon and Beloved Actor
Vlastimil Harapes, a significant figure in ballet, choreography, and acting, has passed away. His talent and charisma left an indelible mark not on...