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Kačenka a strašidla
Jindrich Polák's modern fairy tale comedy tells the story of a girl who unexpectedly inherits a fairground amusement - a haunted house from Vienna's Prater fun park. With the help of a magic timepiece she is able to bring three of the ghosts to life.
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Plot Summary
A young girl named Kačenka is a bit of a tomboy who dreams of adventure. When her eccentric inventor uncle mysteriously disappears, she sets out to find him. Along the way, she encounters a cast of quirky characters and even some friendly ghosts, all while trying to solve the puzzle of her uncle's vanishing act.
Critical Reception
The film was a popular family film in the Czech Republic, appreciated for its lighthearted tone and fantastical elements. While not a major international release, it holds a nostalgic place for audiences who grew up with it.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its whimsical and child-friendly fantasy.
Appreciated for its light humor and adventurous plot.
Nostalgic favorite for Czech audiences.
Google audience: Audience reception is primarily nostalgic, with viewers recalling it fondly as a childhood viewing experience that offered imagination and mild thrills.
Fun Fact
The film features a memorable scene where Kačenka interacts with a friendly ghost who helps her in her quest.
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