Žízeň
The catastrophically dry weather of 1947 causes immense problems in the countryside. In the small village Klícov, only farmers Hánek and Bervida and the old Hromádka have water. The others must queue every day for a drop for themselves and their cattle. All the villagers lament over their previous decision to turn down the cooperative chairman Kouba's proposal to built a new village water-supply system.
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Plot Summary
A young woman named Jana experiences deep emotional turmoil and struggles with societal expectations in post-war Czechoslovakia. She finds herself caught between her desires and the rigid morality of the time. The film explores themes of love, loss, and the search for identity amidst challenging circumstances.
Critical Reception
The film was not widely released internationally and therefore has limited accessible critical reception data. It is recognized as an example of Czech cinema from the era, often noted for its performance by Jarmila Kronbauerová.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its dramatic performances, particularly from the lead actress.
- Documents a specific social and emotional landscape of post-war Czechoslovakia.
- Considered a lesser-known but significant work within Czech film history.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented due to limited availability and international reach.
Fun Fact
The film's themes of societal constraints and personal desire were representative of the complex psychological dramas emerging in Eastern European cinema during the mid-20th century.
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