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Rychlé pohyby očí
A film about fatal love, bad dreams, normal madness and unnecessary death.
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Plot Summary
Set during the final days of World War II, the film tells the story of a Jewish family hiding in a remote Moravian village. They place their trust in a local doctor who harbors a dark secret. As the war intensifies and the Nazi regime's grip tightens, their fragile sanctuary is threatened by betrayal and the encroaching horrors of war.
Critical Reception
Karel Kachyňa's final film, 'Rychlé pohyby očí,' is a somber and poignant drama that deals with the difficult themes of wartime survival, moral compromise, and the resilience of the human spirit. While perhaps not as widely known internationally as some of Kachyňa's earlier works, it was generally received as a strong, albeit bleak, examination of Czech society during a tumultuous period.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its atmospheric depiction of wartime tension and moral ambiguity.
Commended for strong performances, particularly from Bolek Polívka.
Noted for its somber tone and exploration of difficult ethical dilemmas.
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Fun Fact
This was the final film directed by the acclaimed Czech filmmaker Karel Kachyňa, who passed away shortly after its release.
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