Code Name: Ruby (1996)
This controversial feature blends documentary, archival footage and fiction into an elliptical narrative in which two young people in Prague, an ancient seat for the practice of alchemy, follow the trail for the mystical philosopher's stone. History and future blend as brilliant montage sequences and fanciful leaps of the imagination work to posit questions about the legacy of the past and how it influences the individual's personal freedom and responsibility.
Director: Jan Němec
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 80 min
Release Date: December 5, 1996
Cast
Screenplay
- Jan Němec (Screenplay)
- Jan Němec (Story)
- Iva Ruszeláková (Co-Writer)
Music: Jan Hammer
Cinematography: F. A. Brabec
Editing: Šárka Němcová
Production: Česká televize
Country: Czech Republic
Language: Český
Original Language: cs
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Code Name: Ruby about?
- This controversial feature blends documentary, archival footage and fiction into an elliptical narrative in which two young people in Prague, an ancient seat for the practice of alchemy, follow the trail for the mystical philosopher's stone. History and future blend as brilliant montage sequences and fanciful leaps of the imagination work to posit questions about the legacy of the past and how it influences the individual's personal freedom and responsibility.
- Who directed Code Name: Ruby?
- Code Name: Ruby was directed by Jan Němec.
- Who stars in Code Name: Ruby?
- Code Name: Ruby stars Jan Potměšil, Lucie Rejchrtová, Čestmír Řanda, Josef Miřácký, Václav Tomšovský, Jaromír Typlt.
- How long is Code Name: Ruby?
- Code Name: Ruby has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
- What genre is Code Name: Ruby?
- Code Name: Ruby is a Drama film.
- Where was Code Name: Ruby produced?
- Code Name: Ruby was produced in Czech Republic.