Good Mr. Benda
Originally released in 2019. Good Mr. Benda is a documentary film. directed by Pavel Jurda. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Miroslav Benda
Synopsis
A sensitive portrait of grandfather Miroslav Benda, a tried and true Sokol member and an ordinary man with extraordinary vigor and ideals, revealing a story of human resilience and optimism through nostalgia and situational comedy. The film is a kind of observational documentary - it includes family videos and archival film material. We’re drawn into the microcosm of the village of Křenovice u Slavkova by two Japanese women who have decided to visit Benda, thanks to his long friendship with a university professor from Tokyo. Together with Benda, the audience travels to the only Japanese gas station in Europe, to Prague’s Strahov Stadium, and to New York to visit American Sokol members.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 7, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
1h 16m
76 minutes total
Language
CS
Original language
Country
Czech Republic
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CS
Production Companies
- Endorfilm
- Česká televize
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Good Mr. Benda about?
A sensitive portrait of grandfather Miroslav Benda, a tried and true Sokol member and an ordinary man with extraordinary vigor and ideals, revealing a story of human resilience and optimism through...
Who directed Good Mr. Benda?
Good Mr. Benda was directed by Pavel Jurda.
How long is Good Mr. Benda?
Good Mr. Benda has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).
When was Good Mr. Benda released?
Good Mr. Benda was released on February 7, 2019 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Good Mr. Benda?
The main cast of Good Mr. Benda includes Miroslav Benda.