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Drama · TV Movie · Thriller
Overview
On their tenth wedding anniversary, painter František and his wife Jarmila return to their isolated home. While František is content with a quiet, unambitious existence, Jarmila perceives their orderly life as stagnant water rather than true living. What is intended as a private celebration becomes a pivotal moment where an unforeseen event forces František to reveal his true character through his actions.
Top Cast


Viktor Preiss
Viktor Preiss
František Skála
Viktor Preiss
František Skála


Jana Šulcová
Jana Šulcová
Jarmila Skálová
Jana Šulcová
Jarmila Skálová


Petr Čepek
Petr Čepek
Alfréd Kalvoda
Petr Čepek
Alfréd Kalvoda


Jiří Bartoška
Jiří Bartoška
Brázda
Jiří Bartoška
Brázda


Pavel Zedníček
Pavel Zedníček
Pavel Zedníček
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