Karel Zeman’s impressive classic based on Jules Verne’s Facing the Flag is the most successful film in Czech history. Made at a time when all special effects were done by hand, Zeman and a friend cut grooves into a paint roller and covered all the sets and costumes with stripes resembling the hatching in the beguiling period illustrations of Verne’s novels. Now digitally restored, Zeman’s playful tale is as appealing to the modern audience as it was to film fans almost sixty years ago.
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Czech that Film
Czech That Film is the Film Society’s annual series showcasing the best of Czech cinema. The series is dedicated to exhibiting films that not only expose participants to Czech culture, but also enlighten audiences, bring people together, and present inspired entertainment for all.