Screenplay: Karel Kachyna
Top movies, series, and documentaries with a screenplay by Karel Kachyna. Explore the titles that showcase an exceptional writing.
Titles found: 27
Kocár do Vídne (Coach to Vienna) (Carriage to Vienna )
1966 · Movie · 75 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Iva Janzurová · Jaromír Hanzlík · Ludek Munzar · Vladimír Ptácek
Synopsis Kocár do Vídne (Coach to Vienna) (Carriage to Vienna ) (1966) is a gripping World War II drama that follows the harrowing journey of a young Austrian soldier. Fleeing from the relentless pursuit of the Russian army, he encounters a...
7.6
237 votes
7.6
237 votes
Long Live the Republic
1965 · Movie · 134 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Frank Argus · Josef Barta · Gustáv Valach · Eduard Bredun
7.4
107 votes
7.4
107 votes
The Ear
1970 · Movie · 94 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Jirina Bohdalová · Radoslav Brzobohatý · Jirí Císler · Miroslav Holub
Synopsis The Ear (1970) follows Ludvik, a Communist official, who returns home with his wife after attending a government event, only to learn that many of his associates have been dismissed. Upon entering his residence, he uncovers that his home is...
7.3
336 votes
7.3
336 votes
The Little Mermaid
1976 · Movie · 84 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Miroslava Safránková · Radovan Lukavský · Petr Svojtka · Libuse Safránková
Synopsis The Little Mermaid (1976) follows the tale of a mermaid who saves a prince from drowning and subsequently falls deeply in love with him. In her quest to be with him, she strikes a bargain with a malevolent sorceress, exchanging...
6.6
27 votes
6.6
27 votes
Death of the Beautiful Deer
1987 · Movie · 91 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Karel Hermánek · Rudolf Hrusínsky · Jirí Krampol · Lubor Tokos
Synopsis Death of the Beautiful Deer (1987) follows Karel Heřmánek as Leo Popper, a charismatic Electrolux salesman dedicated to supporting his family. Leo's knack for sales and comedic timing make him a standout, but his family life is strained due to...
6.5
24 votes
6.5
24 votes
I'm Jumping Over Puddles Again
1971 · Movie · 91 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Vladimír Dlouhy · Zdena Hadrbolcová · Lubos Vraspir · Borivoj Navrátil
6.4
30 votes
6.4
30 votes
Blázni a devcátka
1988 · Movie · 83 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Radim Spacek · Milan Simácek · Pavel Nový · Josef Somr
Synopsis Blázni a devcátka (1988) follows the story of a 13-year-old boy named Jirka, who resides with his father. Jirka forms an extraordinary bond with the local eccentric, a powerful individual who possesses the mind of a child. This unique friendship...
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Waiting for the Rain
1978 · Movie · 69 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Jirí Bartoska · Michal Hofbauer · Monika Hálová · Dita Kaplanová
Synopsis Waiting for the Rain (1978) unfolds during a scorching summer vacation in an urban setting, where Alena finds herself largely alone, engrossed in her daydreams and personal routines. She maintains a cautious distance from most people while subtly seeking male...
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Smesny pan
1969 · Movie · 81 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Vladimír Smeral · Jirí Adamíra · Zdenek Kryzánek · Evelyna Steimarová
Synopsis Smesny pan (1969) follows the story of a sixty-year-old Professor Simek, portrayed by Vladimír Smeral, who has just undergone a critical heart surgery. The operation, performed by Dr. Preclík, is a success, and the surgeon is pleased with the outcome....
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Oznamuje se láskám vasim
1989 · Movie · 93 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Lukás Vaculík · Markéta Hrubesová · Antonín Procházka · Zdenek Martínek
Synopsis Oznamuje se láskám vasim (1989) is set in 1944 Dresden, where a young Czech sailor devises a plan to pilfer a consignment of tobacco and sell it independently. His scheme takes an unexpected turn when he becomes enamored with the...
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Láska
1973 · Movie · 88 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Jaroslava Schallerová · Oldrich Kaiser · Milena Dvorská · Frantisek Velecký
Synopsis Láska (1973) follows the lives of sixteen-year-old grammar school students tasked with writing essays on the theme of "Love." The top student, Andrea (Jaroslava Schallerová), pens a piece on patriotic love for her country, as she has yet to experience...
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Golden Eels (TV)
1979 · Movie · 83 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Vladimir Mensik · Miroslava Hozová · Rudolf Hrusínsky · Martin Mikulas
Synopsis Golden Eels (TV) (1979) follows the story of a father who decides to relocate his family to the countryside to shield them from the impending terrors of war. Among his three children, the youngest, Prdelka, forms an unlikely bond with...
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Dobré svetlo
1986 · Movie · 90 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Karel Hermánek · Ivana Chýlková · Jana Sulcová · Anna Tomsová
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Vysoká zed
1964 · Movie · 71 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Radka Dulíková · Vít Olmer · Helena Kruzíková · Václav Lohniský
Synopsis Vysoká zed (1964) follows the journey of Jitka, a spirited 13-year-old who enjoys exploring Prague alone after school. Her curiosity leads her to the hidden backyards of her apartment complex, where she stumbles upon a tall wall and a serene...
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Vertigo
1963 · Movie · 81 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Jirí Bednár · Karel Hospodský · Míla Myslíková · Jaroslav Radimecky
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The Nun's Night
1967 · Movie · 90 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Jana Brejchová · Mnislav Hofman · Gustáv Valach · Josef Kemr
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Cukrová bouda
1981 · Movie · 85 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Jana Svandová · Michal Dlouhý · Marek Mikulás · Lubomír Kostelka
Synopsis Cukrová bouda (1981) unfolds in the closing days of World War II in 1945, where František Pribyl meets his end in a fierce gunfight with German forces. Following his burial, his bereaved wife (portrayed by Jana Svandová) and their two...
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It’s Not Always Cloudy
1950 · Documentary · 73 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Vojtech Jasný · Karel Kachyna
Synopsis It’s Not Always Cloudy (1950) explores the post-war landscape of the Czech border region, focusing on the changes and challenges faced by the local population following the expulsion of the German inhabitants. The documentary delves into the daily lives of...
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Vanoce s Alzbetou
1968 · Movie · 91 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Vlado Müller · Pavla Kárníková · Zdena Hadrbolcová · Mnislav Hofman
Synopsis Vanoce s Alzbetou (1968) follows the story of a gruff, solitary truck driver who is assigned a new companion for his daily routes: a vibrant young woman who has a penchant for mini-skirts and a lively interest in boys. She...
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The Last Butterfly
1991 · Movie · 118 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Karel Kachyna
Cast Tom Courtenay · Brigitte Fossey · Ingrid Held · Freddie Jones
Synopsis The Last Butterfly (1991) follows the story of a stage mime named Antoine Moreau, portrayed by Tom Courtenay, who is coerced by the Gestapo to perform for the children of Terezin, a so-called "model" concentration camp. The goal is to...
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