The read
It runs a compact 10m.
Synopsis
In a rare instance of literary adaptation, Chytilová was inspired by Franz Kafka’s writings. Mr. K stashes stolen jewelry away at home and seldom allows his wife to wear it. A nosy neighbour, Mr. B, drops in. A cat observes it all.
Ratings
IMDb5/10
2 audience votes
Key crew
- Jan KlusákOriginal Music Composer
- Věra ChytilováScreenplay
- Věra ChytilováDirector
Cast
- Miloš KopeckýMr. K
- Libuše HavelkováMrs. K
- Jaromír VomáčkaMr. B
- Věra ChytilováCat (voice)
Themes
short filmstudent film