The Black Dynasty (1962)

The Black Dynasty (1962) poster

The family is connected with Prague's "Kolbenka", the ČKD locomotive factory. Grandfather Antonín, already retired, son Rudolf, a master in the locomotive assembly section and grandson Antonín, a promising football player. The film also tells the story of Rudolf's daughter Vera - each generation has its own ideas about life and cannot identify with the others. The film is linked by retrospective sequences from the lives of Antonín the Elder and Rudolf, especially from the war years. It is a realistic take on working-class life, unencumbered by ideology (despite the opening dedication), featuring well-known and time-tested actors in mainly male roles.

Director: Štěpán Skalský
Genre: Drama
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Evžen Illín
Cinematography: František Valert
Editing: Josef Dobřichovský
Production: Filmové studio Barrandov
Country: Czechoslovakia
Language: Český
Original Language: cs
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Black Dynasty about?
The family is connected with Prague's "Kolbenka", the ČKD locomotive factory. Grandfather Antonín, already retired, son Rudolf, a master in the locomotive assembly section and grandson Antonín, a promising football player. The film also tells the story of Rudolf's daughter Vera - each generation has its own ideas about life and cannot identify with the others. The film is linked by retrospective sequences from the lives of Antonín the Elder and Rudolf, especially from the war years. It is a realistic take on working-class life, unencumbered by ideology (despite the opening dedication), featuring well-known and time-tested actors in mainly male roles.
Who directed The Black Dynasty?
The Black Dynasty was directed by Štěpán Skalský.
Who stars in The Black Dynasty?
The Black Dynasty stars Ladislav Pešek, Zdeňka Černá, Jiří Němeček, Libuše Švormová, Libuše Havelková, Ladislav Mrkvička.
What genre is The Black Dynasty?
The Black Dynasty is a Drama film.
Where was The Black Dynasty produced?
The Black Dynasty was produced in Czechoslovakia.