‘The Birthday Party’ movie review: Willem Dafoe is an Onassis-like magnate in striking drama
This striking psychological drama from writer-director Miguel Ángel Jiménez, adapted from Panos Karnezis’ novel, boasts an arresting central performance by Dafoe and gorgeous Mediterranean scenery
Latest News
Oscar winner Russell Crowe to bring The Gentlemen Barbers to Prague in 2027
Oscar-winning actor Russell Crowe will open his 2027 European tour in Prague, performing with The Gentlemen Barbers at Forum Karlín.
‘The Secret of Secrets’: Prague production on Netflix Dan Brown adaptation kicks off next week
Netflix is preparing to begin production in Prague next week, ahead of September filming on its Dan Brown adaptation starring Morgan Spector.
‘The End of Oak Street’ movie review: Jurassic Park meets Back to the Future in prehistoric adventure
Despite some diverting filmmaking flourishes from director David Robert Mitchell and excellent 1982 period detail, an underwritten script leaves us wanting.
‘Invincibles’: Czech para hockey drama gets US release, complete with English dub
Czech sports drama Invincibles is preparing an English-language version and U.S. release through distributor Highland Film Group.
Barrandov Studio’s Parisian streets have become a sought-after filming location in Prague
Built for Interview With the Vampire, Barrandov’s Parisian streets backlot now hosts major international film and TV productions.
‘Ali G: Who Iz I?’: Sacha Baron Cohen returns to cinemas with help from Czech producer Petr Jákl
Sacha Baron Cohen revives Ali G in his directorial debut, with Czech producer Petr Jákl serving as executive producer.
Movie Reviews
‘Bitter Christmas’ movie review: Pedro Almodóvar’s sumptuous work of self-reflection
Art imitates life and life imitates art in an unending Möbius strip in Bitter Christmas, which premiered in competition at Cannes before playing at the
‘6 Grams’ (6 gramů) movie review: Cocaine-fueled Czech comedy a showcase for acting talent
Flavorful performances by some of the country’s top actors and a series of increasingly outrageous situations frequently break through the artifice of an implausible screenplay.
‘Ice Cream Man’ movie review: Eli Roth’s sickly subversive horror film is just empty calories
Eli Roth’s latest horror feature serves up outrageous practical gore with all the gleeful excess of Herschell Gordon Lewis, but about the same amount of filmmaking finesse as the godfather of splatter cinema.
‘Bohemian Paradise’ movie review: Czech domestic tourism skewered in wry new comedy
This keenly-observed comedy offers a warm but unsparing portrait of Czech holiday culture that will resonate with anyone who has spent time in the country’s campsites and forests.
Filmed in Prague
Czech Association of Film Industry: New union to strengthen future of film production in Czechia
The newly-formed Association of Film Industry aims to unite Czech audiovisual companies and strengthen the sector’s competitiveness at home and abroad.
‘The Secret of Secrets’: Morgan Spector, Rebecca Hall cast in Dan Brown adaptation ahead of Prague shoot
Netflix has confirmed Spector as Robert Langdon ahead of The Secret of Secrets filming in Prague later this year, with real-life wife Hall in talks to join as the female lead.
CzechTourism and Czech Film Commission team up to boost film tourism to Czechia
CzechTourism and the Czech Film Commission will use films and series to promote Czech destinations and connect tourism with production.
Czech Audiovisual Fund secures record funding boost for 2027 thanks to 2026 fees
New audiovisual fees have generated CZK 387 million for Czech film fund this year, paving the way for record support of CZK 787 million next year.
Czech Cinema News
Noir Film Festival returns to Český Šternberk Castle with British noir and Philip Marlowe, Aug. 19-22
The 14th Noir Film Festival brings rare classics, Czech films, retrospectives and special screenings to Český Šternberk Castle.
Film Music Prague to honor Jerry Goldsmith and Basil Poledouris, Oct. 4-6
Film Music Prague will celebrate Hollywood composers Jerry Goldsmith and Basil Poledouris with a symphonic concert in October 2026.
‘Fruit Gathering’ movie review: Czech-Myanmar Karlovy Vary festival winner a tender debut
Beneath its quiet surface lies an authentic, deeply felt portrait of longing, anchored by an exceptional lead performance and a visually rich depiction of contemporary Myanmar.
Harry Potter exhibition brings immersive Wizarding World to Prague in August
A global Harry Potter exhibition featuring film props, costumes, and interactive experiences opens in Prague on Aug. 6.
Czech Movies
Czech film ‘Volklore’ wins Student Academy Award, earns Oscar qualification
FAMU graduate Viktorie Štěpánová’s Volklore wins a Student Academy Award, qualifying the Czech film for Oscar consideration.
Five films shortlisted for Czech submission to 2027 Academy Awards
Chica Checa, If Pigeons Turned Into Gold, Invincibles, What a Way to Go, and Little Thief are competing to be Czechia’s official submission to next year’s Oscars.
Jan Svěrák’s ‘What a Way to Go’ will become Czechia’s fourth film to release in UK cinemas
Jan Svěrák’s latest comedy will become only the fourth Czech film to receive a wide UK theatrical release since the Czech Republic was founded.
‘František Skála’s Public Space’ movie review: Charming portrait of unconventional Czech artist
More interested in Skála’s artistic philosophy than a conventional biography, director Petr Slavík’s engaging film captures an artist who views public space as a place of discovery.
Czech Box Office & Streaming
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ swings into Czechia’s fourth-biggest opening weekend of all time
The latest Marvel adventure starring Tom Holland grossed an enormous CZK 43.81 million over the weekend, with an additional CZK 11.61 million from Wednesday preview screenings.
Czech box office July 23-26: ‘The Odyssey’ continues its epic run
The Odyssey now has the top two highest-grossing weekends of 2026 at the Czech box office, with both of its first two weeks surpassing The Devil Wears Prada 2.
Czech box office July 16-19: ‘The Odyssey’ lands an epic haul in best debut weekend of 2026
The epic adaptation earned a massive CZK 25.4 million in its debut, comfortably surpassing the CZK 18.2 million opening of The Devil Wears Prada 2 to become 2026’s biggest launch.
Czech box office July 9-12: ‘Moana’ debuts in second behind ‘Minions & Monsters’
Disney’s Moana debuted in second place with CZK 5.2 million, a surprisingly soft start for one of the year’s biggest family releases.
Czech Connections
Dolph Lundgren will return to Prague for Night with a Legend fan event celebrating Rocky legacy
The Swedish-American action star will return to Prague this December for a fan event reflecting on his career, life, and the enduring legacy of Rocky IV.
‘Kingdom Come: Deliverance’ star Luke Dale to open medieval tavern in Prague
The English actor behind Hans Capon is opening a medieval-inspired pub in Prague that reflects his affection for Czech culture rather than gaming fandom.
Five Czech classics make Entertainment Weekly list of the 25 best stop-motion films ever made
Five Czech stop-motion classics have been named among Entertainment Weekly’s 25 greatest ever, highlighting the country’s enduring animation legacy.
Kristen Bell rescues a hedgehog during Prague family vacation with husband Dax Shepard
Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard shared snapshots from a Prague vacation, including a hedgehog rescue and an unlikely swim in the Vltava.