Gypsies
Originally released in 1922. Gypsies is a drama film. directed by Karl Anton. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hugo Svoboda, Olga Augustová, and Theodor Pištěk
Synopsis
The tale of the Venetian gondolier whose desire for revenge following a thwarted love affair leads him to Bohemia. The intricate plot also deals with destinies of other characters, who finally come together in a dramatic encounter at one time and in one place. In his role as screenwriter and director, Anton produced a highly accomplished version of Mácha’s work. He respected the original but was also able, along with the DoP Karel Kopřiva, to capitalise on the possibilities that the film medium offered. For the Venice prologue, the filmmakers exploited the photogenic qualities of the city – the narrow streets, the lagoons, gondolas and the sea – and they moved the set to the enigmatic Czech landscape around the castle of Kokořín.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 7, 1922
103 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
CS
Original language
Country
Czechoslovakia
Production
Director
Top Cast
Hugo Svoboda
as Giacomo
Olga Augustová
as Angelina
Theodor Pištěk
as Count Valdemar Lomecký
Alfons Rasp
as Son of Valdemar Lomecký
Julius Czonský
as Innkeeper
Bronislava Livia
as Lea
Karel Fiala
as Administrator of a manor
Karel Schleichert
as Old Veteran
Josef Šváb-Malostranský
as Guest
Karel Faltys
as Napoleon
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CS
Production Companies
- A-B
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gypsies about?
The tale of the Venetian gondolier whose desire for revenge following a thwarted love affair leads him to Bohemia. The intricate plot also deals with destinies of other characters, who finally come...
Who directed Gypsies?
Gypsies was directed by Karl Anton.
How long is Gypsies?
Gypsies has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Gypsies released?
Gypsies was released on April 7, 1922 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Gypsies?
The main cast of Gypsies includes Hugo Svoboda, Olga Augustová, Theodor Pištěk, Alfons Rasp, Julius Czonský.