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The fairy tale begins in hell, where the book of sins has been lost. During his frantic search, the devil's apprentice Vašek finds a pair of shoes and, overcome by curiosity, decides to try them on. Like everything else associated with hell, these shoes are not ordinary, and Vašek suddenly finds himself in the world of humans. Before he has time to get his bearings, he loses them, and with them the chance to return. The shoes have caught the eye of a village boy named Jiřík, and they have brought him to hell instead. Lucifer is furious, because his realm has never faced such a predicament: an innocent child in hell and an inexperienced devil's apprentice accidentally left in the world...
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Plot Summary
This Czech fairy tale comedy follows the mischievous devil Míla who is sent to Earth to tempt people. However, he finds human desires and temptations far more complicated than he imagined, especially when he encounters a kind-hearted girl named Adélka. Their interactions lead to humorous situations and a re-evaluation of Míla's diabolical mission.
Critical Reception
The film was a commercial success in the Czech Republic, appealing to family audiences with its lighthearted humor and traditional fairy tale elements. Critically, it received mixed reviews, with some praising its entertainment value and others finding it overly simplistic or derivative of previous fairy tale films.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted humor and visual charm.
Criticized by some for its predictable plot and lack of originality.
Enjoyed by families for its fairy tale narrative.
Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive, with viewers appreciating the comedic aspects and the familiar fairy tale structure. Some find it a delightful and entertaining watch for all ages, while others note it doesn't offer much new to the genre.
Fun Fact
The film is based on a popular Czech fairy tale and was directed by Zdeněk Troška, known for his successful fairy tale adaptations in Czech cinema.
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