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Vysehrad: Fylm
More than a year has passed since the last time we saw Julio Lavický (Jakub Stáfek) (yes, it was when he "sold" the match, but forgot about it and scored a beautiful goal). Lavi is, as his agent would say Jarda (Jakub Prachar), still the same demented person, but he finally started to do well. Both in football and in his personal life. With Vysehrad, he advanced to the second league, where he leads the scorers' table, once again wealthier clubs are eyeing him, he even asked for the hand of his girlfriend Lucia (Sárka Vaculíková), Jarda's sister... At the wedding, which cost a fortune, but he discovers that he already has an eight-year-old son, which will definitely not please the newlywed. not to lose his wife on his wedding day, to take care of his child, which is a long way from him, to get from Vysehrad to somewhere higher, or to fight with the practices of a certain football Dad... It's just rushing like an avalanche again - from one problem to another second.
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Plot Summary
Lva, a football player with a penchant for parties and a problematic past, is released from prison. He's given a chance to redeem himself through a football match, but his old habits and enemies make it a difficult road back. The film follows his struggle to clean up his act and prove himself on and off the field.
Critical Reception
Vyšehrad: Fylm received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its reliance on crude humor and a predictable plot. Audiences, however, seemed to respond more favorably, aligning with the film's populist and comedic ambitions.
What Reviewers Say
The film leans heavily on vulgar jokes and stereotypes, which may appeal to a specific audience but alienates many.
The plot is predictable and lacks originality, often feeling like a retread of familiar tropes.
Despite its flaws, some viewers found the humor to be entertaining and the main characters charismatic.
Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be a passable comedy, with many appreciating the crude humor and the performances of the lead actors. However, some felt it was too simplistic and relied on tired comedic formulas.
Fun Fact
The film is a spin-off of the popular Czech web series 'Vyšehrad', which also features many of the same actors and a similar comedic style centered around football culture.
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