Long Live the Republic
Originally released in 1965. Long Live the Republic is a war/drama film. directed by Karel Kachyňa. With a runtime of 2h 14m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Zdeněk Lstibůrek, Naděžda Gajerová, and Vlado Müller
Synopsis
Oldrich is the runt of his village, beaten by his father, bullied by the other boys. But he has imagination on his side, and a wiry toughness they can’t defeat. The village is in turmoil, because the Nazi occupiers have just retreated and the Red Army is advancing. Oldrich dodges amid the mayhem and panic, taking his share of blows but always managing to stay one step ahead. Beautifully shot and darkly ironic, Karel Kachyna’s forgotten masterpiece jumbles reality, memory and fantasy to capture the intensity and confusion of childhood in a war zone.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 5, 1965
60 years ago
Runtime
2h 14m
134 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (16 votes)
Language
CS
Original language
Country
Czechoslovakia
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CS
Production Companies
- Československý armádní film
- Filmové studio Barrandov
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long Live the Republic about?
Oldrich is the runt of his village, beaten by his father, bullied by the other boys. But he has imagination on his side, and a wiry toughness they can’t defeat. The village is in turmoil, because...
Who directed Long Live the Republic?
Long Live the Republic was directed by Karel Kachyňa.
How long is Long Live the Republic?
Long Live the Republic has a runtime of 2 hours and 14 minutes (134 minutes total).
When was Long Live the Republic released?
Long Live the Republic was released on November 5, 1965 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Long Live the Republic?
The main cast of Long Live the Republic includes Zdeněk Lstibůrek, Naděžda Gajerová, Vlado Müller, Gustáv Valach, Yuriy Nazarov.