Mandragora
"He was 15 – an innocent from a small village, soon to be trapped in the erotic underworld of Prague."
Originally released in 1997. Mandragora is a drama film. directed by Wiktor Grodecki. With a runtime of 2h 6m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Miroslav Čáslavka, David Švec, and Pavel Skřípal
Synopsis
Marek is a 15-year-old from a provincial village who runs away to Prague when he begins to fail at school. He is mugged shortly after arriving in the city and is rescued by Honza with the promise of work. Marek is taken to an apartment, drugged, and becomes a male prostitute. He is a bit smarter than his colleagues and teams up with a friend, David, in order to go after bigger scores – to cash in and get out. They manage to stash away a bit of money, but when it comes time to return home, Marek loses his nerve and is soon back in the city.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 22, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
2h 6m
126 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (31 votes)
Language
CS
Original language
Country
Czech Republic
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CS
Production Companies
- Prague Film Enterprises
- Hamilton Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mandragora about?
Marek is a 15-year-old from a provincial village who runs away to Prague when he begins to fail at school. He is mugged shortly after arriving in the city and is rescued by Honza with the promise o...
Who directed Mandragora?
Mandragora was directed by Wiktor Grodecki.
How long is Mandragora?
Mandragora has a runtime of 2 hours and 6 minutes (126 minutes total).
When was Mandragora released?
Mandragora was released on October 22, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Mandragora?
The main cast of Mandragora includes Miroslav Čáslavka, David Švec, Pavel Skřípal, Kostas Zerdaloglu, Miroslav Breu.