Ondřej Provazník’s Czech feature, inspired by a real-life abuse case, earns the German Independence Award at the Oldenburg International Film Festival.
An open letter accuses the film of basing its central character on a real-life victim of sexual abuse after the Czech Film and Television Academy recommended it for Oscar submission.
Inspired by the infamous real-life Bambini di Praga case that made headlines back in 2004, this fictionalized account dedicates focus to a single victim, but relays a frightening account of how predators subversively operate in plain sight to rob children of their innocence.
The Czech-Slovak documentary from director Miro Remo takes home the Crystal Globe at the 59th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, which wrapped today.
The Karlovy Vary Film Festival has revealed its 2025 official selection, highlighting 25 world premieres and tributes to Czech and U.S. cinema.
Director Ondřej Provazník’s new film, inspired by real events, examines power dynamics and abuse in a 1990s girls’ choir. In cinemas from July 8.