Karlovy Vary Variations to premiere new Jarmusch, Linklater, and Sorrentino films, Nov. 21-22
Karlovy Vary Variations returns with films by Jim Jarmusch, Richard Linklater, and Paolo Sorrentino, alongside classical music concerts in iconic venues.
Latest News
‘Cockroach’ (Švábi): Prague-shot Czech indie film blends comedy, horror, and absurdity
Cockroach (Švábi), an independently-financed feature-length debut from Luboš Kučera, premieres in Czech cinemas later this month.
‘The Smashing Machine’ movie review: Dwayne Johnson is Mark Kerr in real-life MMA story
This MMA biopic features a career-best performance from Dwayne Johnson as wrestler Mark Kerr, and some appealing 90s era filmmaking.
French Film Festival in Prague pays tribute to Alain Delon and Émilie Dequenne, Nov. 20-26
The 28th French Film Festival in Prague features Cannes premieres, tributes to Émilie Dequenne and Alain Delon, and a Czech critics’ contest.
‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’ movie review: Rosamund Pike steals belated magic sequel
A trio of new recruits helps the fabled Four Horseman steal a priceless diamond from a South African magnate in Now You See Me: Now
‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin’ movie review: Eye-opening doc on Russia’s militarization of education
This eye-opening, heartbreaking tale of how young minds are co-opted by state propaganda represents an urgent and invaluable document of life inside contemporary Russia.
‘The Running Man’ movie review: Edgar Wright’s sleek Stephen King update a savvy media satire
This slick new adaptation of the Stephen King novel lacks the campy thrills of the 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger version, but is far more faithful to the original source.
Movie Reviews
‘Frankenstein’ movie review: Guillermo del Toro’s Netflix adaptation a gorgeous staging
This adaptation takes excessive liberties to reimagine the classic horror novel as a kind of twisted romance, but del Toro’s grandiose visuals bring the story to vivid life when it matters most.
‘Die My Love’ movie review: Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson in Lynne Ramsay’s stark drama
This stark drama thrives on Jennifer Lawrence’s fully-committed performance in the lead, but the contemplative nature of the narrative is unlikely to resonate with general audiences.
‘Virtual Girlfriends’ movie review: Czech OnlyFans doc a revealing peek at adult content creators
Even for those familiar with the OnlyFans platform, this is a revealing look behind the curtains of adult content creators—and the complex relationship with their fans.
‘Predator: Badlands’ movie review: Elle Fanning joins the hunt in Dan Trachtenberg’s follow-up to Prey
This is an undeniably fun sci-fi B-movie writ large, made with great care by director and co-writer Dan Trachtenberg, who tells a scaled-back story with a heavy dose of lore.
Filmed in Prague
‘The Age of Innocence’: After Prague, Netflix period drama now shooting in Liberec
Netflix’s historical series The Age of Innocence starts filming in Liberec, with city center locations doubling for 19th-century New York.
PHOTOS: ‘Resident Evil’ blankets Prague’s Karlín neighborhood in snow for key action scene
In the Karlín neighborhood of Prague 8, an action scene involving snow, gunfire, explosions, and fast driving was filmed from Oct. 29-Nov. 2.
‘Resident Evil’ reboot to film major action scenes in Prague’s Karlín district next week
The latest Resident Evil film shoots in Prague’s Karlín next week, bringing large-scale night scenes, gunfire, and artificial snow.
‘Resident Evil’: Czech production on Zach Cregger’s horror reboot kicks off in Litoměřice
Production on Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil reboot has officially begun in Czechia, with filming taking place in Litoměřice’s historic tunnel.
Czech Cinema News
Tanuki Nights brings vibrant Japanese cinema to Prague’s Edison Filmhub, Nov. 14-16
Edison Filmhub hosts Tanuki Nights, a festival of Japanese films blending folklore, anime, and modern cinema from Nov. 14–16.
Aussie & Kiwi Film Festival returns to Prague with bold new lineup, Nov. 14-21
The 12th Aussie & Kiwi Film Festival brings new Australian and New Zealand films to Prague cinemas Edison Filmhub, Kino Lucerna, and Kino Ponrepo.
Historic Prague cinema Bio Oko reopens after months-long renovation in main hall
Prague’s iconic cinema Bio Oko reopened Nov. 8 after upgrades to seating, sound, projection, and accessibility while keeping its historic charm.
Polish Film Festival Prague returns with new name and expanded program, Nov. 10-16
Prague hosts the 12th annual 3Kino festival, now the Polish Film Festival Prague, from Nov. 10–16 featuring premieres, live silent film music, and art exhibitions.
Czech Movies
‘Little Eve: Stories of Planet Earth’: Czech animated film set for Prague Planetarium premiere
The 3D animated Czech film Little Eve: Stories of Planet Earth debuts at Prague Planetarium, blending science, art, and emotion.
‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin’: Czech co-production submitted by Denmark to 2026 Oscars
The Czech-Danish documentary Mr. Nobody vs. Putin is Denmark’s 2026 Oscar submission, marking the fourth Czech-produced submission.
‘Minimum Love’: New documentary captures youth and loneliness on the streets of Prague
Maja Penčič’s debut documentary Minimum Love probes Prague’s youth on love, fear, and disillusionment in a world adrift.
‘Kingdom of Soap Bubbles’: New Czech doc tells the story of the Schicht family and their iconic soap brand
The new Czech documentary Kingdom of Soap Bubbles traces the Schicht family’s rise from a local soap maker to Unilever co-founders.
Czech Box Office & Streaming
Czech streaming charts Nov. 3-9: ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ walks to top in Disney+ debut
The Fantastic Four: First Steps topped Czech streaming charts over the first week in November, according to streaming aggregator JustWatch.
Czech box office Nov. 6-9: ‘Predator: Badlands’ leads hunt to the top of the charts
Predator: Badlands opened with CZK 5.59 million to lead the Czech box office this weekend, falling in line with a strong performance globally.
Czech streaming charts Oct. 27-Nov. 2: ‘House of Dynamite’ blasts to top of charts
Kathryn Bigelow’s A House of Dynamite was the most popular film on streaming services in Czechia over the past week, according to aggregator JustWatch.
Czech box office Oct. 30-Nov. 2: ‘Sugar Candy’ holds off Luc Besson’s ‘Dracula: A Love Tale’
Sugar Candy (Cukrkandl) held on to the top spot at the Czech box office over the Halloween weekend with a CZK 2.18 million haul.
Czech Connections
Chuck Norris cancels planned Prague appearance this November
Action star Chuck Norris has canceled his November visit to Prague for the planned Weekend with a Legend event, organizers confirmed.
Czech cinema takes center stage at London’s Made in Prague Festival this November
The 29th Made in Prague Festival returns to London, showcasing Czech film, music, and arts across top venues throughout November.
Fanta brings horror movie icons to Czech shelves for 2025 Halloween promo
A new Fanta campaign featuring Chucky, M3GAN, Freddy Fazbear, and The Grabber hits Czech shelves with a spooky limited edition.
Ricky Gervais praises Prague during Mortality tour: ‘The most beautiful capital city in the world’
British comedian, actor, and writer Ricky Gervais said Prague “might be the most beautiful capital city in the world” during his visit to the Czech