Královský gambit
Originally released in 1974. Královský gambit is a history/drama film. directed by Jaromil Jireš. At just 64 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jan Tříska, Jana Boušková, and Martin Růžek
Synopsis
Wenceslas II, who already has adult children Eliška and Václav, refuses to marry the young Alžběta Rejčka. In the end, he succumbs to the insistence of Abbot Konrád. The queen brings him Poland as a dowry, and Wenceslas II thus expands his empire. He still lives in the shadow of his great father, Přemysl Otakar II, and his lords reproach him for his weakness and inability to fight. Wenceslas is truly afraid of the moment when he will have to lead an army into the field and prefers to settle disputes diplomatically. His fencing teacher Hynek of Dubá and his mistress Anežka know about the king's weakness, and Václav seeks their company rather than his young wife. However, Rejčka admires the king and trusts him with the charm of a young girl. The enemy invades the country and advances quickly. It is necessary to confront him in the field, but the king hesitates and postpones the decision.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1974
52 years ago
Runtime
1h 4m
64 minutes total
Language
CS
Original language
Country
Czechoslovakia
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CS
Production Companies
- Československá televize Praha
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Královský gambit about?
Wenceslas II, who already has adult children Eliška and Václav, refuses to marry the young Alžběta Rejčka. In the end, he succumbs to the insistence of Abbot Konrád. The queen brings him Pola...
Who directed Královský gambit?
Královský gambit was directed by Jaromil Jireš.
How long is Královský gambit?
Královský gambit has a runtime of 1 hours and 4 minutes (64 minutes total).
When was Královský gambit released?
Královský gambit was released on January 1, 1974 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Královský gambit?
The main cast of Královský gambit includes Jan Tříska, Jana Boušková, Martin Růžek, Libuše Geprtová, Vladimír Stach.