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Jára Cimrman Lying, Sleeping

1983 · 81 min Comedy
8.0 / 10 · TMDB

Czechoslovak comedy film directed by Ladislav Smoljak, about the fictional national hero Jára Cimrman (universal genius, inventor, sportsman, criminalist, poet, writer and philosopher).

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Original Title Jára Cimrman ležící, spící
Year 1983
Country Czechoslovakia
Genre Comedy
Director Ladislav Smoljak
Runtime 81 min.
Rating TMDB: 8.0/10 (18 votes)

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Director Ladislav Smoljak constructs the film as a witty parody of biographical cinema and national myth-making. He relies on dry Czech humor and absurdity to explore how a legend can be forged from sheer collective imagination and affection for a good story.

Those who tire of straightforward comedies will find delight in this clever, character-driven satire. What lingers after the credits is the charming realization of a fictional hero's profound cultural impact. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Ladislav Smoljak

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