The Return of the Prodigal Son (1967)

03/10/1967 (XC) • 1h 38m

Drama

Overview

Engineer Jan Sebek (Jan Kacer) is undergoing treatment in a mental home after his unsuccessful attempt to commit suicide. His therapist, via discussions both with the patient and with people who know him, tries to find out what made the young and seemingly satisfied man decide to end his own life. Jan's pretty wife Jana (Jana Brejchová) claims not to know about anything but she is conducting an affair with a family friend, almost publicly and with the blessing of her parents.

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Status

Released

Original Language

Czech

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

adultery

husband wife relationship

suicide attempt

asylum

alienation

doctor

unhappiness

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