Citizen Havel (2008)
The documentary explores the presidency of Václav Havel, a poet who unexpectedly became president. The film, starting in 1992, captures Havel’s experiences after the breakup of Czechoslovakia, a significant defeat for him as he had campaigned for its continuation. Despite political opposition and accusations of responsibility for the breakup, Havel runs for president of the new Czech Republic. The film, a unique document, was Koutecký’s most important project, continued by Janek after Koutecký’s death in 2006.
Director: Pavel Koutecký, Miroslav Janek
Genre: Documentary
Release Date: January 31, 2008
Cast
- Václav Havel - Self
- Dagmar Havlová Veškrnová - Self
- Bill Clinton - Self
- George W. Bush - Self
- Miloš Zeman - Self
Country: Czech Republic
Language: Český
Original Language: cs
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Citizen Havel about?
- The documentary explores the presidency of Václav Havel, a poet who unexpectedly became president. The film, starting in 1992, captures Havel’s experiences after the breakup of Czechoslovakia, a significant defeat for him as he had campaigned for its continuation. Despite political opposition and accusations of responsibility for the breakup, Havel runs for president of the new Czech Republic. The film, a unique document, was Koutecký’s most important project, continued by Janek after Koutecký’s death in 2006.
- Who directed Citizen Havel?
- Citizen Havel was directed by Pavel Koutecký, Miroslav Janek.
- Who stars in Citizen Havel?
- Citizen Havel stars Václav Havel, Dagmar Havlová Veškrnová, Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Miloš Zeman.
- What genre is Citizen Havel?
- Citizen Havel is a Documentary film.
- Where was Citizen Havel produced?
- Citizen Havel was produced in Czech Republic.