The Jester's Tale

The Jester's Tale
Description

An anti-war black comedy set during the Thirty Years' War. It follows ploughman Petr, recruiter Matěj and country girl Lenka who get caught up in both sides of the war and experience many adventures before they find happiness. The film combines live action with animation to suggest the artistic style of the engraver Matthäus Merian.

Stars

Petr Kostka, Miloslav Holub, Emília Vášáryová, Valentina Thielová, Eduard Kohout

Runtime

82 minutes

Release Date

December 18, 1964

Rating

7.4/10 (15 votes)

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