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St. Wenceslas
St. Wenceslas (Czech: Svatý Václav) is a 1930 Czechoslovak historical film about Saint Wenceslas.[2] It was the most expensive Czech film to date,[3] with the largest set constructed in Europe to accommodate an all-star cast of over a hundred, together with 1,000 extras for the lavish battle scenes.
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Plot Summary
This animated short tells the story of Saint Wenceslas, the "Good King" of Bohemia. Through charming animation, it depicts his life, his piety, his assassination by his brother, and his subsequent sainthood. The film aims to educate and inspire viewers with the story of this revered historical figure.
Critical Reception
As a historical animated short from 1930, 'St. Wenceslas' is primarily valued for its early animation techniques and its role in cultural storytelling. It's not typically reviewed in the same vein as modern feature films, but its historical significance within Czech animation is acknowledged.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its historical context and early animation.
A significant piece in the early development of Czech animation.
Seen as an educational and culturally important short film.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for 'St. Wenceslas (1930)' is not readily available due to its age and niche status.
Fun Fact
Jiri Trnka, the director of 'St. Wenceslas', later became renowned for his puppetry animation, often referred to as the 'Walt Disney of Eastern Europe'.
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