Thu 01.06.2023 | 10:00Tony, Shelly and the Magic Light (2023)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category (up to 10 years of age)
Directed by: Filip Pošivač
Slovak Republic, Czech Republic, Hungary, 2023, 80 min
Projection place: Congress Centre
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InfoTonda is not an ordinary boy; he's been shining since birth. Ashamed of this, and because his parents do not let him go anywhere, he prefers to spend all his time in his room. When Slávka, a girl with glasses and a “magic” flashlight, moves into the building, he doesn't trust her at first. Eventually, it turns out that the two may understand each other and that they might also unravel the secrets of the old apartment building. Is there some kind of monster, or is it a ghost running through the corridors and terrifying everyone? Why can only the old janitor talk to it? The poetic, visually captivating film using stop animation shows that one can deal with otherness in any form and that tolerance and responsibility are cards that one can always play, especially at a time when the ideals of tolerance, justice, and compassion are in doubt. This film for the whole family is presented in its world premiere.
Thu 01.06.2023 | 10:40The Secret of Mr. M. (2023)
Section: New Czech Films and TV Programmes
Directed by: Pavel Šimák
Czech Republic, 2023, 81 min
Projection place: Aula
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The rascal Kuba takes Jirka's diary containing his inventions notes. Jirka is the only kid to stick up for the new girl at school, Míša, who wants to get back at Kuba after losing a race. A chase through the city begins, ending at some old gates that shut behind the fleeing Kuba. He subsequently breaks out of the gate and runs away screaming. What so scary behind the gate that can scare even the tough Kuba? The next day, the kids set out to uncover the mystery and discover that someone is watching them… Everything is connected to the name Mendel, but who can it be?
Thu 01.06.2023 | 18:30Victim (2022)
Section: New Czech Films and TV Programmes
Directed by: Michal Blaško
Slovak Republic, Czech Republic, Germany, 2022, 92 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 3
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Irina is a single mother from Ukraine who lives in a small Czech town. When her son is attacked, the entire town stands with her family in condemning the Roma neighbours who allegedly committed the crime. After Irina's son wakes up in the hospital, it becomes hard to tell the difference between truth and lie… The story of a woman's emotional journey to find justice in a racist society and, despite all the stereotypes, to stay true to herself.
Fri 02.06.2023 | 08:30The Secret of Mr. M. (2023)
Section: New Czech Films and TV Programmes
Directed by: Pavel Šimák
Czech Republic, 2023, 81 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 1
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The rascal Kuba takes Jirka's diary containing his inventions notes. Jirka is the only kid to stick up for the new girl at school, Míša, who wants to get back at Kuba after losing a race. A chase through the city begins, ending at some old gates that shut behind the fleeing Kuba. He subsequently breaks out of the gate and runs away screaming. What so scary behind the gate that can scare even the tough Kuba? The next day, the kids set out to uncover the mystery and discover that someone is watching them… Everything is connected to the name Mendel, but who can it be?
Fri 02.06.2023 | 08:40Břetislav Pojar - Short Animations
Section: Check the Czechs
, 0, 45 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 5
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Fri 02.06.2023 | 08:50Tony, Shelly and the Magic Light (2023)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category (up to 10 years of age)
Directed by: Filip Pošivač
Slovak Republic, Czech Republic, Hungary, 2023, 80 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 4
Score:
Tonda is not an ordinary boy; he's been shining since birth. Ashamed of this, and because his parents do not let him go anywhere, he prefers to spend all his time in his room. When Slávka, a girl with glasses and a “magic” flashlight, moves into the building, he doesn't trust her at first. Eventually, it turns out that the two may understand each other and that they might also unravel the secrets of the old apartment building. Is there some kind of monster, or is it a ghost running through the corridors and terrifying everyone? Why can only the old janitor talk to it? The poetic, visually captivating film using stop animation shows that one can deal with otherness in any form and that tolerance and responsibility are cards that one can always play, especially at a time when the ideals of tolerance, justice, and compassion are in doubt. This film for the whole family is presented in its world premiere.
Fri 02.06.2023 | 10:50Big Dreams (2023)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category (up to 10 years of age)
Directed by: Dan Pánek
Czech Republic, 2023, 98 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 1
Score:
The year is 1998, in Nagano, Japan. The Czechs win the gold in Olympic ice hockey and the crowds go wild. All the kids want to be like Jagr or Hašek. Among them is Dom, an 11-year-old dreamer who looks up to his new idol. He would love to play hockey, but his parents don't have the money and doubt his abilities. On his grandfather’s advice, Dom and his friend Honza build a hockey team, calling themselves the Sabres after Hašek's home team in Buffalo. This team of disparate, underestimated kids focus on their great challenge – to defeat the Red Wings team from the next village and earn respect. After an initial defeat, the Sabres are taken over by the peculiar coach Karel, a former major league hockey player, and they gradually head for a rematch. This story of friendship, sport, pride, euphoria, and underdogs sends a message that children's dreams have many forms and that children need to be supported.
Fri 02.06.2023 | 11:30Sex O’Clock (2022)
Section: New Czech Films and TV Programmes
Directed by: Karolína Zalabáková, Jan Bártek
Czech Republic, 2022, 80 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 6
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Until now, fifteen-year-old Adam had been mainly concerned with his dancing career and the burning question of when he would finally lose his virginity. But his father soon turns the family's life upside down and sets off a chain of unexpected events that both Adam's mother Judith and grandmother have to deal with. And no one yet knows what Adam's sister Ema is soon to deal with...
Fri 02.06.2023 | 17:00Sex O’Clock (2022)
Section: New Czech Films and TV Programmes
Directed by: Karolína Zalabáková, Jan Bártek
Czech Republic, 2022, 80 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 1
Score:
Until now, fifteen-year-old Adam had been mainly concerned with his dancing career and the burning question of when he would finally lose his virginity. But his father soon turns the family's life upside down and sets off a chain of unexpected events that both Adam's mother Judith and grandmother have to deal with. And no one yet knows what Adam's sister Ema is soon to deal with...
Fri 02.06.2023 | 17:00Erhart (2022)
Section: New Czech Films and TV Programmes
Directed by: Jan Březina
Czech Republic, 2022, 71 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 5
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Erhart, 23, arrives in his hometown to see his mother, who has had a siezure and is in hospital. She lives alone in the family home and has been struggling with mental health issues since her husband was convicted of defrauding a local factory. She tells Erhart that their house is to be sold, and also that his missing father has returned to town and will put an end to the sale and put everything in order. However, Erhart learns that their house actually belongs to an anonymous company in a tax haven, and begins doubting what he once considered to be a clear, absolute truth.
Sat 03.06.2023 | 09:00The Mole and Other Animations
Section: Check the Czechs
, 0, 47 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 3
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Sat 03.06.2023 | 11:20Big Dreams (2023)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category (up to 10 years of age)
Directed by: Dan Pánek
Czech Republic, 2023, 98 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 3
Score:
The year is 1998, in Nagano, Japan. The Czechs win the gold in Olympic ice hockey and the crowds go wild. All the kids want to be like Jagr or Hašek. Among them is Dom, an 11-year-old dreamer who looks up to his new idol. He would love to play hockey, but his parents don't have the money and doubt his abilities. On his grandfather’s advice, Dom and his friend Honza build a hockey team, calling themselves the Sabres after Hašek's home team in Buffalo. This team of disparate, underestimated kids focus on their great challenge – to defeat the Red Wings team from the next village and earn respect. After an initial defeat, the Sabres are taken over by the peculiar coach Karel, a former major league hockey player, and they gradually head for a rematch. This story of friendship, sport, pride, euphoria, and underdogs sends a message that children's dreams have many forms and that children need to be supported.
Sat 03.06.2023 | 15:30The Secret of Mr. M. (2023)
Section: New Czech Films and TV Programmes
Directed by: Pavel Šimák
Czech Republic, 2023, 81 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 2
Score:
The rascal Kuba takes Jirka's diary containing his inventions notes. Jirka is the only kid to stick up for the new girl at school, Míša, who wants to get back at Kuba after losing a race. A chase through the city begins, ending at some old gates that shut behind the fleeing Kuba. He subsequently breaks out of the gate and runs away screaming. What so scary behind the gate that can scare even the tough Kuba? The next day, the kids set out to uncover the mystery and discover that someone is watching them… Everything is connected to the name Mendel, but who can it be?
Sat 03.06.2023 | 16:00The Stolen Airship (1966)
Section: Special Mention
Directed by: Karel Zeman
Czech Republic, 1966, 88 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 3
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It’s the Jubilee Exhibition in Prague in 1891 and five boys are admiring a miracle: a supposedly dirigible airship. The owner, Findejs, offers them a free flight to promote the airship, but changes his mind when paying bidders come forward. Unable to expel them, they soon find themselves above the city and the airship is not dirigible! Safely crossing Europe, they are caught in a storm. Crashing on an unknown island, they experience many adventures before being rescued. A science fiction story based on Jules Verne's novel Two Years' Vacation.
Sun 04.06.2023 | 09:00Matylda and Other Animations
Section: Check the Czechs
, 0, 54 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 3
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Sun 04.06.2023 | 11:20Tony, Shelly and the Magic Light (2023)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category (up to 10 years of age)
Directed by: Filip Pošivač
Slovak Republic, Czech Republic, Hungary, 2023, 80 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 3
Score:
Tonda is not an ordinary boy; he's been shining since birth. Ashamed of this, and because his parents do not let him go anywhere, he prefers to spend all his time in his room. When Slávka, a girl with glasses and a “magic” flashlight, moves into the building, he doesn't trust her at first. Eventually, it turns out that the two may understand each other and that they might also unravel the secrets of the old apartment building. Is there some kind of monster, or is it a ghost running through the corridors and terrifying everyone? Why can only the old janitor talk to it? The poetic, visually captivating film using stop animation shows that one can deal with otherness in any form and that tolerance and responsibility are cards that one can always play, especially at a time when the ideals of tolerance, justice, and compassion are in doubt. This film for the whole family is presented in its world premiere.
Mon 05.06.2023 | 13:00Bedtime Stories
Section: Check the Czechs
, 0, 45 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 2
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Mon 05.06.2023 | 18:30Five Years (2022)
Section: New Czech Films and TV Programmes
Directed by: Damián Vondrášek
Czech Republic, 2022, 150 min
Projection place: Zámek
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David and Teresa are classmates. After prom, they sleep together and then don't see each other for five years. David is finishing medical school, has a beautiful girlfriend, loving parents, and barely remembers the night with Teresa. Tereza is studying journalism. She lives alone, visits her mother out of duty, and maintains a simple lesbian relationship. After a chance meeting, Teresa accuses David of raping her that night and says she will use the story as the theme for her literary debut. David denies it. Their past confronts the present. What really happened that night?
Mon 05.06.2023 | 18:30BANGER. (2022)
Section: New Czech Films and TV Programmes
Directed by: Adam Sedlák
Czech Republic, 2022, 105 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 3
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Shooting a banger with a respected rapper can be a simple shortcut to success and fame for a budding artist. This is the path Alex has chosen and believes will enable him to stop dealing drugs. He just needs to do one last thing to get access to the studio – get a pile of money in one evening. Alex knows how to make money fast, but it won't be that easy this time. His desperate odyssey through the city threatens his dreams. Now success is if no one dies. An adrenaline ride through a big city full of rap and cocaine taking place against the backdrop of a Friday night.
Tue 06.06.2023 | 10:40Big Dreams (2023)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category (up to 10 years of age)
Directed by: Dan Pánek
Czech Republic, 2023, 98 min
Projection place: Aula
Score:
The year is 1998, in Nagano, Japan. The Czechs win the gold in Olympic ice hockey and the crowds go wild. All the kids want to be like Jagr or Hašek. Among them is Dom, an 11-year-old dreamer who looks up to his new idol. He would love to play hockey, but his parents don't have the money and doubt his abilities. On his grandfather’s advice, Dom and his friend Honza build a hockey team, calling themselves the Sabres after Hašek's home team in Buffalo. This team of disparate, underestimated kids focus on their great challenge – to defeat the Red Wings team from the next village and earn respect. After an initial defeat, the Sabres are taken over by the peculiar coach Karel, a former major league hockey player, and they gradually head for a rematch. This story of friendship, sport, pride, euphoria, and underdogs sends a message that children's dreams have many forms and that children need to be supported.