Veronika
Originally released in 1986. Veronika is a drama/history film. directed by Otakar Vávra.
Starring Taťjana Medvecká, Jana Hlaváčová, and Martin Růžek
Synopsis
Emperor Francis Joseph I is about to arrive in Prague, and among those who came to Stromovka to welcome him is Veronika Pavlitová. She wants to submit a request for clemency for her imprisoned father to the emperor, because she is barely able to support herself and her siblings on the meager salary of a seamstress. By chance, the girl meets Božena Němcová, whom she admires immensely. She becomes her friend and confidant for a while. However, police director Paümann, who has been following Božena Němcová for a long time, takes advantage of the naivety of the young girl. Veronika, in her simple-mindedness, tells him many things. Only later will she understand how she was abused.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 1, 1986
39 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
3.0/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
CS
Original language
Country
Czechoslovakia
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CS
Production Companies
- Filmové studio Barrandov
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veronika about?
Emperor Francis Joseph I is about to arrive in Prague, and among those who came to Stromovka to welcome him is Veronika Pavlitová. She wants to submit a request for clemency for her imprisoned fat...
Who directed Veronika?
Veronika was directed by Otakar Vávra.
How long is Veronika?
Veronika has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was Veronika released?
Veronika was released on May 1, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Veronika?
The main cast of Veronika includes Taťjana Medvecká, Jana Hlaváčová, Martin Růžek, František Němec, Jiří Adamíra.