‘Waves’: Czech Oscar submission nabs distribution deals in France and Spain
The Czech film, a smash hit at the local box office, will see theatrical release in more European territories as it builds momentum for awards season recognition.
The Czech film, a smash hit at the local box office, will see theatrical release in more European territories as it builds momentum for awards season recognition.
Starring Hana Vágnerová and Slovak singer-actress Zea, Pod parou has recently wrapped filming in the Czech wine region of Mikulov, South Moravia.
Pavel Sýkora and Viktor Horák join Jan Svěrák, Marie Dvořáková, and Daria Kashcheeva as the only Czech winners of a Student Academy Award.
Director Jiří Mádl’s historical drama, now playing in Czech cinemas, will compete for a nomination at the 97th annual Academy Awards next spring.
Director Vojtěch Strakatý’s debut feature will release in the Czech Republic from November 14 after its world premiere in Venice next week.
Filming for Franz, starring Idan Weiss as the iconic author alongside Maria Schrader and Ivan Trojan, will take place in central Prague through the end of May.
Petr Jančárek’s Havel Speaking, Can You Hear Me? is comprised of never-before-seen footage of the former Czech president from 2009-2012.
Despite winning Best Picture, Brothers was shut out of its 14 other nominations, while the sci-fi flick Restore Point and TV series Volga earned five Czech Lions apiece.
Nominations for the Czech Republic’s version of the Academy Awards are in ahead of the ceremony set to take place in Prague on March 9.
Photos from the Prague set of Franz showcase Polish filmmaker Holland working with the young star of her latest film, set to shoot in April.
The true story of a talented Czech diver who became a pornstar after suffering a career-ending injury will hit local cinemas this November.
Agnieszka Holland’s portrait of refugees struggling to cross the border from Belarus to Poland has been praised by critics, but condemned by politicians.
Nine years in the making, My New Face charts the life of Martina Půtová, who was left blind following an acid attack by a former partner.
Director Tomáš Mašín’s drama recounts the story of the Mašín Brothers, who put up an armed resistance to communist oppression in the 1950s.
The renowned filmmaker will head to Prague later next month to lead an entire semester of instruction for master’s and doctoral students.
Bolstered by a million-dollar giveaway, One Man Show: The Movie debuted in Czech cinemas to the tune of a whopping 54.2 million crowns (about $2.45 million).
Casting for Franz is currently underway in Germany and the Czech Republic, with the film expected to shoot in the center of Prague.
The first Czech sci-fi film in 40 years has drawn comparisons to Blade Runner and will be seen in international markets.
The Cassandra Cat can finally be enjoyed in all of its high-definition glory on a new blu-ray courtesy UK distributor Arrow Video.
Fraser visited the Czech Republic in 2015 to shoot Behind the Curtain of Night, also known as The Secret of Karma and Dimensions.
Petr Václav’s historical drama won six Czech Lion awards including Best Picture and Best Director at tonight’s ceremony in Prague
My Sunny Maad, a Czech-Slovak-French co-production directed by Czech filmmaker Michaela Pavlátová, has won a César Award for animated feature.
Surrealist director Jakubisko, who rose to prominence during the Czech New Wave in the 1960s, passed away at the age of 84 on Friday in Prague.
A new film comprised of footage shot during the Covid pandemic in Prague will release in Czech cinemas on March 16.