Jan Saudek - V pekle svých vásní, ráj v nedohlednu

Dec 20 2007 N/A 1h 36m
Documentary

Jan Saudek, Czechoslovakia’s most famous living photographer, is the subject of this often-shocking kaleidoscopic biopic by friend and colleague Adolf Zika. With an unblinking eye, Zika chronicles the drama-filled life and work of a controversial artist who, though little-known in the United States, has enjoyed international acclaim throughout his fifty-year career

Plot

The film provides a personally truthful yet harsh life story of a hero and dropout. The world-renowned photographer Jan Saudek, winning international awards and being exhibited abroad long before he had gained recognition in his native country, appears in many roles in front of the camera. Often changing them, he surprises or even shocks. Nevertheless, even the best illusionist is incapable of hiding from three cameras and the unmerciful eye of the director. War, suffering, losses, blind love, dreams of a family, the intangible glory of fame, poverty, condemnation, lack of appreciation counterbalanced by wealth and sky-high freedom in the unstoppable aging process. This and much more is portrayed in this riveting documentary film about the life and work of the most famous Czech photographer.

Written by

Adolf Zika

Directed by

Adolf Zika

Production Countries

Czech Republic

Production Companies

zipofilm

Languages

Ceský

Awards

N/A

Scores
# of Votes
173
Average Rating
6.5 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA