Czech literature teacher Josef Tkaloun, who is past retirement age, realises one day that he no longer understands his pupils, and so he quits… dramatically. What he does not predict is that in doing this he will lose his sense of place in society.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →The director doesn't push the comedy pedal — lets the scene develop at its own pace. The comedic effect arises naturally, without cuing the audience.
If you're looking for light cinema for an evening — this is it. If you're looking for something that'll change your perspective on life — keep scrolling.
For those who can appreciate simple pleasure without overthinking it.
Director: Jan Svěrák
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Viewing atmosphere: Friday evening with food and company. Doesn't require close attention — works as background too.
Zdeněk Svěrák
Josef Tkaloun
Daniela Kolářová
Eliška Tkalounová
Tatiana Dyková
Helenka
Jiří Macháček
Robert Landa
Pavel Landovský
Řezáč
Jan Budař
Úlisný
Nela Boudová
Ptáčková
Ondřej Vetchý
Řezáč mladší
Miroslav Táborský
vedoucí Šubrt
Robin Soudek
Tomík
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