Cinematography: Jirí Safár

Direction Jirí Trnka

Synopsis The Hand (S) (1965) is a thought-provoking film that serves as a potent metaphor for the struggles of an artist working under the weight of restrictive censorship. The narrative delves into the challenges faced by a creative individual as they...

Direction Lubomir Benes

Synopsis The King and the Goblin (S) (1981) is a captivating puppet adaptation that draws inspiration from the timeless narrative of King Midas. This enchanting film retells the legendary story with a unique twist, using puppetry to bring the characters and...

Direction Lubomir Benes

Synopsis Pat & Mat (TV Series) (1976) is a beloved Czech stop-motion animated series that introduces viewers to the comedic misadventures of two skilled handymen, Pat and Mat. The series, brought to life by the creative minds of Lubomír Beneš and...

Direction Jan Švankmajer

Synopsis Punch and Judy (S) (1966) presents a unique and dark narrative centered around two puppets, Punch and Joey, who engage in a deadly struggle. The conflict arises over the custody of a live guinea pig, leading to a dramatic and...

Direction Jan Švankmajer

Cast Milos Frýba · Jaroslav Vozáb

Synopsis Otrantský zámek (S) (1977) is a unique animation/short/mockumentary inspired by Horace Walpole's 1764 novel "The Castle of Otranto," recognized as the first Gothic novel. While the original story unfolds in Otranto, southern Italy, this film by Jan Svankmajer presents a...

Direction Jan Švankmajer

Synopsis Et Cetera (S) (1966) follows the journey of a tiny, animated character who embarks on a series of adventures to master the use of a whip, a pair of wings, and a house. Through these experiences, the character gains new...

Direction Stanislav Látal · Milosh Matsuorek

Synopsis Otýlie a 1580 kanek (1965) is a whimsical tale about a young girl named Otýlie who has an unusual problem: every time she writes something, she ends up covered in ink. Her life takes an unexpected turn when her teacher...

Direction Zdenek Podskalský

Cast Miroslav Hornícek · Jana Hlavácová · Vlastimil Brodsky · Jirí Sovák

Direction Stanislav Látal · Milosh Matsuorek

Synopsis Do Not Wake Up the Mammoths (1967) is a whimsical modern fairy-tale that follows the escapades of a group of boys who inadvertently awaken a mammoth in their school's biology classroom. The boys embark on a series of thrilling adventures...

Direction Stanislav Látal · Milosh Matsuorek

Synopsis How to Obtain a Good Child (1965) is a satirical cinematic experience that uses a lecture by an eccentric academic to explore the escalating defiance of children. The film advocates for safeguarding against unruly children and aims to shield the...

Direction Jan Karpas

Cast Stella Zázvorková

Direction Lubomir Benes

Cast Milos Kopecký

Direction Lubomir Benes