Searching for Ester
Originally released in 2005. Searching for Ester is a documentary film. directed by Věra Chytilová. With a runtime of 2h 8m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Ester Krumbachová, Věra Chytilová, and Ivan Balaďa
Synopsis
Ester Krumbachová - a costume designer, screenwriter, director; one of the boldest personalities of the Czech New Wave. She worked in theatre, she was a writer and an illustrator. She co-created films such as O slavnosti a hostech (1966), Sedmikrásky (1966), Vsichni dobrí rodáci (1969), Pension pro svobodné pány (1968), Valerie a týden divu (1970), Slamený klobouk (1972) and many others. In the 1960s, she was a 'pivot' of the art scene in Prague, attracting artists who were on the threshold of their career, just setting out to find their own form of self-realization. Those who underwent her tutelage remember her forever. Director Vera Chytilová talks to those who knew Ester Krumbachová, who worked with her, befriended her, loved her. She sets off on a search that is to end by answering the question: Who was Ester?
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 12, 2005
20 years ago
Runtime
2h 8m
128 minutes total
Language
CS
Original language
Country
Czech Republic
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CS
Production Companies
- Bionaut
- Česká televize
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Searching for Ester about?
Ester Krumbachová - a costume designer, screenwriter, director; one of the boldest personalities of the Czech New Wave. She worked in theatre, she was a writer and an illustrator. She co-created f...
Who directed Searching for Ester?
Searching for Ester was directed by Věra Chytilová.
How long is Searching for Ester?
Searching for Ester has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes total).
When was Searching for Ester released?
Searching for Ester was released on April 12, 2005 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Searching for Ester?
The main cast of Searching for Ester includes Ester Krumbachová, Věra Chytilová, Ivan Balaďa, Jiřina Bohdalová, Radoslav Brzobohatý.