The Jester's Tale (1964)

12/18/1964 (XC) • 1h 22m

Adventure, Comedy, History

Overview

An anti-war black comedy set during the Thirty Years' War. It follows ploughman Petr, recruiter Matěj and country girl Lenka who get caught up in both sides of the war and experience many adventures before they find happiness. The film combines live action with animation to suggest the artistic style of the engraver Matthäus Merian.

Top Billed Cast

Valentina Thielová

Countess Veronika

Vladimír Menšík

Court Painter

Karel Effa

Captain Varga

Eva Šenková

Countess (Veronika's Mother)


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Status

Released

Original Language

Czech

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

anti war

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