Caterwauling (1960)
In a rare instance of literary adaptation, Chytilová was inspired by Franz Kafka’s writings. Mr. K stashes stolen jewelry away at home and seldom allows his wife to wear it. A nosy neighbour, Mr. B, drops in. A cat observes it all.
Director: Věra Chytilová
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 10 min
Release Date: January 1, 1960
Cast
- Miloš Kopecký - Mr. K
- Libuše Havelková - Mrs. K
- Jaromír Vomáčka - Mr. B
- Věra Chytilová - Cat (voice)
Screenplay
- Jan Hartman (Story)
- Věra Chytilová (Screenplay)
Music: Jan Klusák
Cinematography: Petr Mareš
Production: FAMU
Country: Czechoslovakia
Language: Český
Original Language: cs
Keywords
short film, student film
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Caterwauling about?
- In a rare instance of literary adaptation, Chytilová was inspired by Franz Kafka’s writings. Mr. K stashes stolen jewelry away at home and seldom allows his wife to wear it. A nosy neighbour, Mr. B, drops in. A cat observes it all.
- Who directed Caterwauling?
- Caterwauling was directed by Věra Chytilová.
- Who stars in Caterwauling?
- Caterwauling stars Miloš Kopecký, Libuše Havelková, Jaromír Vomáčka, Věra Chytilová.
- How long is Caterwauling?
- Caterwauling has a runtime of 10m (10 minutes).
- What genre is Caterwauling?
- Caterwauling is a Comedy film.
- Where was Caterwauling produced?
- Caterwauling was produced in Czechoslovakia.