Živá voda (1981)

Ivan Hálek, son of the famous poet Vítězslav Hálek, studied medicine and devoted his life to the Slovak countryside. In the poor Kysuce region, he not only treats the local villagers, but also makes an extraordinary contribution to education. At the same time, he struggles with lingering superstitions and mistrust. However, the hero and his young wife also become acquainted with folk customs, songs, and the colorful culture of the poorest. And he proclaims that only those who rid them of terrible mass poverty can provide these poor people with true living water.

Director: Jozef Medveď
Genre: Drama, History
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Svetozár Stračina
Cinematography: Vladimír Ondruš
Editing: Eduard Klenovský
Production: Slovenská filmová tvorba
Country: Czechoslovakia
Language: Český, Slovenčina
Original Language: sk

Themes

Historical Figures and Biographies, Inspiring True Stories, Behind the Music: Artist Biopics

Keywords

based on novel or book, biography, 1920s

More Films by Director: Jozef Medveď
More Films in Genre: Drama, History

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Živá voda about?
Ivan Hálek, son of the famous poet Vítězslav Hálek, studied medicine and devoted his life to the Slovak countryside. In the poor Kysuce region, he not only treats the local villagers, but also makes an extraordinary contribution to education. At the same time, he struggles with lingering superstitions and mistrust. However, the hero and his young wife also become acquainted with folk customs, songs, and the colorful culture of the poorest. And he proclaims that only those who rid them of terrible mass poverty can provide these poor people with true living water.
Who directed Živá voda?
Živá voda was directed by Jozef Medveď.
Who stars in Živá voda?
Živá voda stars Petr Kostka, Lenka Skopalová, Milka Zimková, Vladimír Petruška, Ondrej Jariabek, Bohumila Horňáková-Růžičková.
What genre is Živá voda?
Živá voda is a Drama, History film.
Where was Živá voda produced?
Živá voda was produced in Czechoslovakia.
What are the themes of Živá voda?
The themes of Živá voda include: Historical Figures and Biographies, Inspiring True Stories, Behind the Music: Artist Biopics.