DATE

FILM TITLE

SYNOPSIS

GENRE, YEAR, DURATION

LANGUAGE/SUBTITLES

Friday, 2 Aug

Jurassic World: Dominion

Dinosaurs live among us. Set four years after the destruction of Isla Nublar, the story explores whether humans can coexist with these prehistoric creatures. Owen Grady (Chris Pratt) and Claire Dearing (Bryce Dallas Howard) join forces with original Jurassic Park stars (Sam Neill, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum) to maintain balance in the world. Directed by Colin Trevorrow under the supervision of Steven Spielberg, the film promises action and suspense.

Action / Adventure / Sci-Fi, USA, 2022, 147 min

Original English audio, Czech subtitles

Saturday, 3 Aug

The Island

Jiří Langmajer and Jana Plodková star in this adventure comedy. A bickering married couple is stranded on a tropical island and must work together to survive. The film tells the story of their journey back to each other during several months of a Robinson Crusoe-like adventure on a deserted tropical island. Anyone who loves travel, adventure, or romance will find something to enjoy. Directed by Rudolf Havlík.

Comedy / Adventure / Romance, Czechia, 2023, 100 min

Original Czech audio, no subtitles

Friday, 9 Aug

Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again

The ultimate summer movie returns with the vibe of the island of Kalokairi, the timeless hits of ABBA, and the cast reprising another grand Greek party. The sequel takes place exactly ten years after the events of the first film and presents two intertwined stories: the young Donna (Meryl Streep, Lily James) discovering the world, and her daughter Sophie (Amanda Seyfried) planning to reopen a hotel. The stories are interwoven with ABBA's songs. Executive producer Benny Andersson promises the same atmosphere as the first installment.

USA / Great Britain/ Japan, 2018, 114 min

Original English audio, Czech subtitles

Saturday, 10 Aug

Top Gun: Maverick

Directed by Joseph Kosinski, Pete "Maverick" Mitchell (Tom Cruise) returns to action as one of the world's top pilots. After more than thirty years of flying fighter jets, he becomes an instructor for elite pilots in the Top Gun program. Additionally, he faces a personal conflict with Bradley Bradshaw (Miles Teller), the son of his former RIO, Goose. Maverick trains new pilots for a dangerous mission and strives to prevent Bradley from meeting a fate like his father. Cruise, aiming for maximum authenticity, learned to fly a fighter jet, and all the actors underwent rigorous training to film in real flight conditions.

Action / Drama, USA, 2022, 131 min

Original English audio, Czech subtitles

Friday, 16 Aug

Sweet Life

World hockey champion Rosťa Beran (Vladimír Polívka) lives a luxurious life filled with fast cars and beautiful women. However, an unexpected collapse changes everything. He needs a heart transplant, which is performed by Dr. Magda (Petra Hřebíčková), an old acquaintance. He loses everything except his world championship medal, saved by his friend (Vojtěch Kotek). With the help of Jindřich (Jan Cina) and his daughter, he rediscovers the meaning of life and love. Director Tomáš Hoffman promises positive emotions and good vibes.

Comedy / Romance, Czechia, 2024, 102 min

Original Czech audio, no subtitles

Saturday, 17 Aug

What Men Want 2

Director Rudolf Havlík's film is a loose sequel to the successful 2018 comedy that became a box office hit. It humorously explores the clash between the male and female worlds through the story of Irena Kopáčová (Anna Polívková), a psychologist at rock bottom. After a series of failures and personal struggles, she wishes to change her gender and wakes up as a man (Jiří Langmajer). As she navigates her new identity, she discovers the true essence of masculinity. With the support of her loyal neighbor Radim (Marek Taclík), who loves her, she strives to manage the challenging task of transition.

Comedy / Romance, Czechia, 2022, 95 min

Original Czech audio, no subtitles

Friday, 23 Aug

Ticket to Paradise

George Clooney and Julia Roberts star as parents who attempt to intervene when their daughter falls in love and plans to get married in Bali. After their own relationship, mistakes led to divorce, they now work together to open Lily's eyes to her love for a local entrepreneur. Despite their efforts, their plans to save her become complicated, and long-buried feelings between them awaken. This romantic comedy, directed by Ol Parker, marks the return of both actors to the genre after many years.

Comedy / Romance, USA, 2022, 104 min

Original English audio, Czech subtitles

Saturday, 24 Aug

Grease

John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John star in the iconic American musical from 1978 that became a worldwide hit. The story is set in the 1950s at Rydell High School, where student Danny Zuko recounts his summer romance by the sea. New student Sandy also shares her summer love story. Their reunion in the schoolyard is quite different from the secluded beach where their love blossomed. Travolta and Newton-John shine as teen idols in the film by Randal Kleiser.

Musical / Romance / Comedy, USA, 1978, 106 min

Original English audio, Czech subtitles

Friday, 30 Aug

The Count Monte Cristo

A hot new release and grand adaptation of the famous adventure novel by Alexandre Dumas, set in Marseille in 1815. Young naval officer Edmond Dantès is at the peak of his life but is betrayed and unjustly imprisoned in the Château d'If. In his cell, he befriends Abbé Faria, who reveals the secret of a lost treasure. After fourteen years, Edmond escapes, finds the treasure on the island of Monte Cristo, and returns as a dark avenger to seek revenge on his betrayers. The lead role stars Pierre Niney.

Adventure / Action / Historical, France, 2024, 178 min

Original French audio, Czech subtitles

Saturday, 31 Aug

Gump - We're a Duo

Hello everyone, it's Gump! It's been a while, but I've been happy. Now, I'm embarking on a new film journey with Béďa Kozí Bobek. Along the way, I'll meet many new people and animals, including the brave piglet Prince, the arrogant rooster Silver, the pony tomorrow, and the dog Julián, who saved his people's lives. And I'll find my sister, Kytička. The film will be more cheerful than the first one, but still full of emotions. It's for everyone who reads from the dogs' eyes and even those who don't believe in it yet.

Family / Adventure, Czechia, 2024, 86 min

Original Czech audio, no subtitles

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Friday, 2 Aug

Water Lost and Recovered

A thematic documentary about the return of wetlands to the landscape of the Šumava National Park. Unique footage by director Radek Plíhal, shot over three years tells the story of water. It follows its journey from forest springs through wet meadows and peat bogs to river floodplains, detailing its condemnation in the recent past and people's efforts to bring it back. The film captures the essential importance of water for the landscape, nature, and the diverse life it brings.
It is accompanied by music from Lenka Dusilová and Petr Ostrouchov.

Short / Documentary

Czechia, 2023, 35 min

Original Czech audio, English subtitles

Saturday, 3 Aug

When Nature Prevails - The Secrets of Abandoned Ruins

Photographer Sven Fennema documents the relentless struggle between human civilization and nature in abandoned places, such as in northern Italy, where plants are reclaiming land in former industrial zones. This unpredictable battle demonstrates how nature responds to human interventions and raises the question of whether there can be a winner in this endless conflict. Director Mark Hugo invites viewers to ponder what the future holds for this dynamic confrontation.

Short / Documentary

Germany, 2022, 28 min

Original English audio, Czech subtitles

Friday, 9 Aug

Who Will Save the Butterflies?

Peter Owen-Jones, a British ecological activist, writer, and pastor, has documented an initiative in Surrey that promotes biodiversity and uses waste wood for community biomass heating. The film highlights the inspiring work of people who are changing our perception of the "small things" and our relationship with nature. Directed by Anna Tubbs.

Short / Documentary

Belgium, 2022, 17 min

Original English audio, Czech subtitles

Saturday, 10 Aug

Silent Threats: Disappearing Soil

How quickly is our soil disappearing? And how quickly is it forming? What exactly is "soil"? What is the condition of our fields? Another episode from the series Silent Threats: Disappearing Soil by director Martina Spurná explores the issue of soil erosion in Czechia. Through experts, scientists, and farmers, we delve into the phenomenon of erosion itself. We discover how it is studied, what we know about it, and its broader implications. The film offers a unique perspective on the work of farmers, highlighting the importance of the landscape and the interconnected events that happen within it.

Short / Documentary

Czechia, 2021, 26 min

Original Czech audio, English subtitles

Friday, 16 Aug

Whispers

What if the sounds of nature and man-made sounds could no longer be distinguished from one another? Today, phones imitate birdsong and people bring chirping devices into their homes. Director Katharina Pichler captures, in a very straightforward manner, moments when nature and civilization merge audiovisually, creating an almost eerie alliance.

Short / Documentary

Austria, 2021, 12 min

Without dialogue

Saturday, 17 Aug

Fading Spots

Cheetahs, the fastest African big cats, are facing a drastic decline. In 1975, there were 14,000, but today, there are only 7,100. Directed by Hetal Teeku Patel, the film calls for the conservation of these endangered animals and explores how human actions can help protect them from extinction.

Short / Documentary

Kenya, 2018, 25 min

Original English audio, Czech subtitles

Friday, 23 Aug

Flower Globalization

Over the last thirty years, we have entered an increasingly globalized world where we are surrounded by products made on the opposite side of the globe. Consumption has become the main activity in globalized capitalism, with industries seeking the cheapest and most efficient ways to produce and sell. The film by director Kateřina Kořínková explores how agriculture, clothing, automobile manufacturing, and technology impact the environment. Less known, however, is that a similar business model applies to the flower industry as well.

Short / Documentary
Czechia, 2020, 25 min

Original Czech audio, English subtitles

Saturday, 24 Aug

Silent Threats: Stormy Weather

Czech scientists are studying storms, lightning, heavy rains, floods, hailstorms and tornadoes in Czechia. The film by director Martina Spurná focuses on their work and its practical benefits for society. It explores what we know about the weather, why it often surprises us, and how accurate the forecasts are. The question remains whether we will be able to accurately predict the behavior of our atmosphere in the future.

Short / Documentary
Czechia, 2018, 26 min

Original Czech audio, English subtitles

Friday, 30 Aug

Pasture

He inherited a piece of land that had been neglected for years and overgrown with volunteer woody plants. Initially, horses grazed there. In the second year, a group of enthusiasts built garden beds and invited others to join in communal gardening and digging in the soil. For people who live in apartments or don't have a garden, this is a great opportunity to grow their own organic vegetables. As a bonus, everyone enjoys the shared experiences, interactions, and time spent together. Follow the first steps of the newly established community garden Pastvina on the outskirts of Prague, directed by Josef Dvořák.

Short / Documentary
Czechia, 2019, 13 min

Original Czech audio, English subtitles

Saturday, 31 Aug

Garden as Paradise

The concept of natural gardens reached us in Austria roughly ten years ago, where the creation and care of such gardens have been practiced for a longer period. Today, there are approximately five hundred of these gardens in Czechia. What criteria must a garden meet to receive certification as a natural garden? Director Jana Hádková attempts to answer these and other questions in her film.

Short / Documentary
Czechia, 2019, 26 min

Original Czech audio, English subtitles