Krakatit

Krakatit 1948

6.50

In early 20th century Czechoslovakia, a gravely ill chemist recalls his discovery of a powerful explosive and how it landed in the hands of anarchists.

1948

Men Without Wings

Men Without Wings 1946

5.70

After an attack against the guard of the Third Reich, Nazi repression intensifies, and the Czechoslovakian resistance's organized sabotage in an aircraft factory leads to Gestapo shootings.

1946

Capek's Tales

Capek's Tales 1947

7.40

Five crime stories connected by the narration of police superintendent Bartosek.

1947

Dravci

Dravci 1948

7.00

Wild Beasts

1948

The Strike

The Strike 1947

6.00

In late 19th century Czech-speaking Bohemia, oppressed workers at German-owned mines and foundries revolt against their harsh working conditions. Made shortly after World War II as Czechoslovakia was falling to communism, the film resonates in Czech resentment of the German occupation.

1947

Presentiment

Presentiment 1947

7.50

A daughter of a celebrity family experiences a holiday adventure with a mysterious young man. Though she is strongly attracted to him, she is also concerned about his sinister, panicky speech, his fierce charisma.

1947