Magician (1988)
A narration of episodes from the life of the famous Czech poet, Karel Hynek Mácha. Throughout the film, we witness a deep analysis of Mácha's complex character (his relation to another Czech writer of the time Josef Kajetán Tyl, his unbearable jealousy, his solitude, his attitude to nature,etc.) on the well-depicted historical background with all its particularities.
Director: František Vláčil
Genre: Drama, History
Runtime: 87 min
Release Date: January 29, 1988
Cast
- Jiří Schwarz - Karel Hynek Mácha
- Veronika Žilková - Lori Somková
- Marta Vančurová - Márinka
- Petr Čepek - Ledvina
- Jan Hrušínský - Michal Mácha
- Rudolf Hrušínský - Poetry Reader (voice)
- Milena Dvorská - Durasová
- Josef Karlík - Duras
- Jan Kraus - Trojan
- Miriam Kantorková - Lorenzová
Screenplay
- Miloslav Vydra (Creative Producer)
- Václav Nývlt (Story)
- Václav Nývlt (Screenplay)
Cinematography: Jiří Macák
Production: Filmové studio Barrandov
Country: Czechoslovakia
Language: Český
Original Language: cs
Themes
Historical Figures and Biographies, Inspiring True Stories, Epic Historical Stories, Behind the Music: Artist Biopics
Keywords
biography, 19th century
More Films by Director: František Vláčil
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Magician about?
- A narration of episodes from the life of the famous Czech poet, Karel Hynek Mácha. Throughout the film, we witness a deep analysis of Mácha's complex character (his relation to another Czech writer of the time Josef Kajetán Tyl, his unbearable jealousy, his solitude, his attitude to nature,etc.) on the well-depicted historical background with all its particularities.
- Who directed Magician?
- Magician was directed by František Vláčil.
- Who stars in Magician?
- Magician stars Jiří Schwarz, Veronika Žilková, Marta Vančurová, Petr Čepek, Jan Hrušínský, Rudolf Hrušínský.
- How long is Magician?
- Magician has a runtime of 1h 27m (87 minutes).
- What genre is Magician?
- Magician is a Drama, History film.
- Where was Magician produced?
- Magician was produced in Czechoslovakia.
- What are the themes of Magician?
- The themes of Magician include: Historical Figures and Biographies, Inspiring True Stories, Epic Historical Stories, Behind the Music: Artist Biopics.