The Last Years

Directed by Zdeněk Kopáč
1963    19m
Examines the multi-talented personality of Karel Capek and the context behind the creation of his works such as Krakatit, The White Disease, R-U-R, War with the Newts, or the "pocket stories." We learn about his initiation into artistic circles, foreign trips, and strong relationship with his brother Josef. In response to the contemporary world situation, the film celebrates the development of the heroes in Capek's books.
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Cast of The Last Years
  • Luděk MunzarCommentary (voice)
  • Karel ČapekSelf (archive footage)
  • Tomáš Garrigue MasarykSelf (archive footage)

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