Martinek-2

This is a wonderful movie. Firth and Bacon show themselves to be versatile and inventive. Its not perfect as I think some scenes are a little long and a little too much is explained. However, this is the best movie I have seen in the last 12 months because it grasps notions and themes which other movies fail to examine or fall short in their attempt. Sure, some areas are a little obvious but that is the nature of movie-making in these times. The film will appeal most to those who have a thirst for original performance. Set in the 50s and 70s the film offers an interesting twist on the 'buddy' duo acts of those periods. It charts the demise of a popular (mob-supported) duo who find themselves in a position where the 'buddies' must divorce. Some friendships can endure almost anything, and this movie is a great test of the breaking-point of a deep relationship.

Watching 'Rebelove' was time well spent. The film captures the mood of the era (late 1960s) with a mix of song and humour. The ending will make an impact upon you which will stay with you for a while and get you thinking about the human costs when political entities flex their muscles. 'Rebelove' is a classic of the future, for many Czechs this film will transport them to the defining moment of their history. For the younger generation it will be the 'Grease', 'Breakfast Club', or 'Saturday Night Fever' they will cling to in their adulthood.

Tmavomodry svet (Dark Blue World) is a wonderful film on all sorts of plains (no pun intended, given its RAF tag). The real gem in the film is Oldrich Kaiser, I cannot understand why he hasn't made more films. Living in the Czech Republic as I do, and watching Czech TV I see him wasted often enough on low class comedy shows but his talent is immense. Another one to watch is Fr. William Faux.....perhaps the most entertaining (actual) priest in all of the Czech Republic, who plays the padre conducting the funeral service.

Mr Sverak you and your boy have done it again.....I waited for something good to follow Kolja........I may have to wait a long time to see a more wonderful effort than this....make room to store another Oscar !