A look at the life, work and importance of Czech filmmaker Karel Zeman (1910-89), a genius of world cinema, a wizard of special effects, revealing his sources of inspiration and his revolutionary filming techniques.
A portrait of cinematographer Zdeněk Krupa, whose career began alongside legendary director Karel Zeman. The film focuses on Krupa’s distinctive character and melancholy, nostalgically recalling the time when he worked with this icon of Czech cinema. The film draws viewers into the world of fantasy that was so typical of Zeman’s films, paying tribute to both artists.
