The read
It runs a compact 1h 26m.
Synopsis
This time-lapse documentary follows the last years of former President Václav Havel's life, creating a multi-layered portrait of a world-famous political icon and important playwright, but also an ordinary man plagued by health problems. Havel allows the filmmakers a glimpse behind the scenes of his life, revealing purely personal moments that present him in previously unrecognised contours. With a sense of humour, he reflects on his political legacy and universal human issues. The central motif is formed by the parallels between Havel's life and the successful play Leaving, which Havel always wanted to direct as a film adaptation.
Ratings
TMDB5.3/10
3 audience votes
Key crew
- Petr JančárekDirector
- Petr JančárekScreenplay
- Michal RatajOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Václav HavelSelf (archive footage)
Stills
Themes
time-collecting