Forbidden Dreams
Originally released in 1987. Forbidden Dreams is a comedy/drama film. directed by Karel Kachyňa.
Starring Karel Heřmánek, Marta Vančurová, and Rudolf Hrušínský
Synopsis
Leo Popper is a happy family man living in rural Bohemia in the years preceding the Nazi invasion. Out of economic necessity he moves with his family to the big city and becomes an enterprising vacuum cleaner salesman. There he embarks on a series of adulterous adventures, has encounters with boxing pros and famous portrait artists, and schemes to purchase the perfect pond to fulfill his passion for fishing. When the Nazis gain control, the comedy turns sour - he loses his lake, his job, and finally, his family.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 1, 1987
38 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (16 votes)
Language
CS
Original language
Country
Czechoslovakia
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CS
Production Companies
- Filmové studio Barrandov
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forbidden Dreams about?
Leo Popper is a happy family man living in rural Bohemia in the years preceding the Nazi invasion. Out of economic necessity he moves with his family to the big city and becomes an enterprising vac...
Who directed Forbidden Dreams?
Forbidden Dreams was directed by Karel Kachyňa.
How long is Forbidden Dreams?
Forbidden Dreams has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was Forbidden Dreams released?
Forbidden Dreams was released on September 1, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Forbidden Dreams?
The main cast of Forbidden Dreams includes Karel Heřmánek, Marta Vančurová, Rudolf Hrušínský, Jiří Krampol, Lubor Tokoš.