Joseph Kilian
Originally released in 1964. Joseph Kilian is a drama film. directed by Pavel Juráček. At just 38 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Karel Vašíček, Consuela Morávková, and Ivan Růžička
Synopsis
The story is about Harold, an isolated figure in an overwhelming world of totalitarian bureaucracy. Harold tries to find the elusive Joseph Kilian, an old acquaintance, in Prague. When Harold stumbles across a state-run cat-lending store, he impulsively rents a feline for the day. Later, he attempts to return the cat and finds that the store no longer exists. Now with a furry companion, Harold continues his search for Kilian. Written and directed by Pavel Juracek, this 40 minute film effectively aims its allegorical shots at personality cults and the absurdities of a totalitarian regime.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 4, 1964
61 years ago
Runtime
0h 38m
38 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (20 votes)
Language
CS
Original language
Country
Czechoslovakia
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CS
Production Companies
- Filmové studio Barrandov
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph Kilian about?
The story is about Harold, an isolated figure in an overwhelming world of totalitarian bureaucracy. Harold tries to find the elusive Joseph Kilian, an old acquaintance, in Prague. When Harold stumb...
Who directed Joseph Kilian?
Joseph Kilian was directed by Pavel Juráček.
How long is Joseph Kilian?
Joseph Kilian has a runtime of 0 hours and 38 minutes (38 minutes total).
When was Joseph Kilian released?
Joseph Kilian was released on September 4, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Joseph Kilian?
The main cast of Joseph Kilian includes Karel Vašíček, Consuela Morávková, Ivan Růžička, Pavel Bártl, Jiří Stivín.