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Ať ten kůň mlčí!
The comedy tells the story of how cowboy Bill, thanks to his clever talking horse Lightning, became brave, defeated the evil Jackal, and thus freed the village from fear and the old tyrant, with humorous hyperbole.
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Plot Summary
A small-town Czech mechanic, obsessed with his dilapidated car, enters it into a local race hoping to win enough prize money to finally restore it. His efforts are complicated by his estranged wife, a persistent debt collector, and the eccentricities of his small community. The film follows his chaotic journey through the race and his personal life, highlighting the absurdities of everyday existence in post-communist Czechoslovakia.
Critical Reception
The film was a moderate success in the Czech Republic, appreciated for its lighthearted humor and relatable characters. While not a critical darling on an international scale, it resonated with domestic audiences for its depiction of everyday struggles and comedic situations. It's often remembered as a charming, albeit simple, comedy from the early 1990s.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its gentle humor and depiction of rural Czech life.
Appreciated for the performances of its well-known Czech actors.
Seen as a light and entertaining, though not particularly groundbreaking, comedy.
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Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Ať ten kůň mlčí!', translates to 'Let that horse be quiet!', a quirky phrase that adds to the film's comedic and slightly absurd tone.
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