‘Leviticus’ movie review: Queer desire is a deadly curse in striking Aussie horror debut
This assured debut from Australian writer-director Adrian Chiarella distinguishes itself through its specific focus on homosexuality as both lived experience and socially constructed curse.
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‘Minions & Monsters’ movie review: Babylon with Minions at the dawn of Hollywood’s sound era
This love letter to early cinema is frequently inspired, occasionally overstuffed, and ultimately split between cinephile delight and familiar franchise fatigue.
Czech box office June 25-28: ‘Supergirl’ crash lands as ‘Minions & Monsters’ dominates in previews
The latest DC Studios release struggled to match the stronger openings of recent superhero films in Czechia, debuting in seventh place with just CZK 1.43 million.
‘Robert Richardson: The White Devil’: Czech documentary spotlights Oscar-winning cinematographer
Czech filmmaker Jana Hojdová’s documentary premieres at Karlovy Vary, offering an intimate portrait of three-time Oscar-winning cinematographer Robert Richardson.
‘Chica Checa’: Czech comedy-drama to premiere at Karlovy Vary after securing international sales deal
The new Czech drama-comedy Chica Checa, about a widow who learns her son is a drag queen, will premiere at Karlovy Vary after Pluto Film acquired worldwide sales rights.
Barrandov Studios opens two new sound stages, expanding capacity for international productions
Czechia’s biggest film studio has grown even bigger, as Barrandov Studio has opened two new sound stages, expanding capacity as demand remains strong.
Keanu Reeves shares a Czech beer with President Petr Pavel at Prague Castle
Keanu Reeves and his band Dogstar visited Prague Castle before the band’s sold-out Prague concert, sharing a beer with Czech President Petr Pavel.
Movie Reviews
‘Supergirl’ movie review: Milly Alcock soars, but latest DC superhero film is less than stellar
Supergirl takes a refreshing break from the usual superhero tropes to deliver something more like Mad Max: Fury Road, but the character work is sketchy, the themes are muddled, and the visual presentation is a murky mess.
‘Toy Story 5’ movie review: Woody and Buzz take a backseat in latest Pixar adventure
Joan Cusack’s Jessie leads Pixar’s latest adventure as Toy Story 5 tackles tech addiction, purpose, and play in a heartfelt but predictable sequel.
‘Power Ballad’ movie review: Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas hit all the right notes in John Carney’s latest
Backed by an endearing Paul Rudd in a role that plays perfectly to his strengths, this latest film from Once director John Carney is a real crowd-pleaser.
‘Disclosure Day’ movie review: Steven Spielberg’s alien revelation with Emily Blunt, Josh O’Connor
While certainly not without interest, Disclosure Day is a missed opportunity from a filmmaker who has spent much of his career exploring humanity’s fascination with life beyond our world.
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‘Legacy of Spies’ adds Hugh Laurie, Joe Alwyn to cast as Prague shoot continues
BBC and MGM+ have unveiled major new cast additions for the John le Carré adaptation as production transforms central Prague into Cold War-era Europe.
‘Birdwatcher’: Prague production on Monarch: Legacy of Monsters spinoff now underway
The Apple TV+ spin-off starring Wyatt Russell as Lee Shaw will shoot in the Czech Republic this summer, with Prague locations already planned.
‘Foundation’: Season 4 of Apple TV+ sci-fi series enters final stretch of Prague production
Apple TV+’s sci-fi epic is nearing the end of its Prague production for season 4, with a 120-day shoot signaling a larger narrative and deeper local industry impact.
‘Family Pack 2: Renaissance’: Netflix werewolf sequel with Monica Bellucci now filming in Prague
Production on Netflix’s Family Pack sequel is currently underway in Prague, with Monica Bellucci leading a new cast in a Renaissance-era adventure.
Czech Cinema News
Complete guide to KVIFF 2026: Tickets, hotels, transport, and more
Everything you need to know before heading to the 60th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, from tickets and transport to celebrity spotting and this year’s biggest new attractions.
10 films to see at the 2026 Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, from Cannes winners to Czech premieres
From Palme d’Or contenders to Czech dramas and Sundance discoveries, here are 10 standout films from the KVIFF 2026 program.
Historic Karlovy Vary summer cinema reopens after years of neglect
Karlovy Vary’s iconic summer cinema reopens after years of neglect, reviving a 3,500-seat amphitheater tied to festival history.
KVIFF 2026: Kevin Bacon, Jeffrey Wright, Harvey Keitel and more join impressive guest lineup
Kevin Bacon, Jeffrey Wright, Harvey Keitel and cinematographer Robert Richardson join the expanding guest lineup for KVIFF’s 60th edition.
Czech Movies
‘Berlinweh – Yearning for a Home’: Agnieszka Holland to direct Marlene Dietrich biopic with Czech producer
Agnieszka Holland reunites with Czech producers for a new international co-production exploring Marlene Dietrich’s life and legacy.
‘Everything As It Should Be’: Czech drama from Bohdan Karásek to premiere at Karlovy Vary film fest
Bohdan Karásek’s second feature, an intimate drama about love, memory, and life’s unresolved choices, debuts as a special screening at this year’s KVIFF.
Czech animator Jiří Trnka’s restored puppet classics get international Blu-ray release
Second Run’s new Blu-ray showcases two restored Jiří Trnka classics, highlighting the enduring influence of Czech puppet animation.
‘Only Beautiful Things to Look At’: KVIFF title probes forced sterilization in communist Czechoslovakia
Ivan Ostrochovský’s Karlovy Vary competition entry revisits forced sterilizations and reproductive policy in 1980s Czechoslovakia.
Czech Box Office & Streaming
Czech box office June 18-21: ‘Toy Story 5’ tops the chart in light summer weekend
Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5 topped the Czech box office over a warm weekend, according to the latest from the Czech Film Distributors’ Union.
Czech box office June 11-14: ‘Disclosure Day’ leads strong weekend as ‘Obsession’ continues growth
Curry Barker’s low-budget hit surged 26.2 percent in its third week of release, overtaking Backrooms for the third position in the charts.
Czech box office June 4-7: ‘Scary Movie’ laughs to the top as ‘Masters of the Universe’ flops
The spoof sequel took in a whopping CZK 12.1 million, ranking it behind The Devil Wears Prada 2 as the second-highest 2026 debut at the Czech box office.
Czech box office May 27-30: ‘Backrooms’ steps into the top of the charts; ‘Obsession’ debuts fourth
Kane Parsons’ Backrooms led a strong weekend at the Czech box office, according to the latest from the Czech Film Distributors’ Union.
Czech Connections
Marilyn Monroe 100 in Prague: Centenary exhibition celebrates 100 years of Hollywood icon
Marilyn Monroe 100 opens in Prague at Česká Galerie Moderního Umění, showcasing 270 photos artworks and personal items from June to Oct 2026
Kevin Spacey to perform on stage at Prague’s Žofín Palace with Songs & Stories event
Kevin Spacey will perform Songs & Stories with Alive Jazz Band at Žofín Palace in Prague on Dec 2, blending jazz, stories and film career.
Arnold Schwarzenegger returns to Prague for sold-out fan event at Žofín Palace
The Hollywood legend returned to Prague for a sold-out appearance at Žofín Palace, his first visit since filming FUBAR in the Czech capital.
Harvey Keitel considers this Czech WWII drama one of the best films he has ever made
The veteran actor praises Václav Marhoul’s The Painted Bird as one of his most meaningful and overlooked films.