‘In the Grey’ movie review: Jake Gyllenhaal, Henry Cavill in slick Guy Ritchie extraction thriller
This slick Guy Ritchie thriller features an engrossing 25-minute sequence devoted to planning a high-risk extraction and another 25 minutes watching that plan unfold under fire,
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‘Fuze’ movie review: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Theo James in crackerjack throwback thriller
This no-nonsense procedural feels like the kind of heist film they just don’t make anymore, and doesn’t let the energy flag for a second of its expedient 96-minute runtime.
‘Ladies First’ movie review: Sacha Baron Cohen, Rosamund Pike in toothless Netflix satire
This frustratingly blunt and toothless satire is glossy, occasionally amusing, but ultimately unable to bridge the gender gap.
‘Office Romance’ review: Netflix rom-com with Jennifer Lopez, Brett Goldstein hits turbulence
This polished romantic comedy boasts some appealing performances and genuine chemistry between leads Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein.
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.
Maggie Gyllenhaal, Jesse Eisenberg to be honored at 60th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
The Karlovy Vary festival has announced Maggie Gyllenhaal and Jesse Eisenberg as recipients of its President’s Award for this year’s anniversary festival.
‘Acorn’s Adventure’: Czech animated feature lands global distribution deal ahead of 2029 release
Dandelooo has acquired worldwide sales rights to Czech-German animated feature directed by Filip Mašek.
Movie Reviews
‘I Swear’ review: Robert Aramayo shines in Kirk Jones’ heartwarming Tourette’s biopic
This heartwarming biopic of Scottish Tourette syndrome advocate John Davidson is blessed with compassionate performances and steady handling from writer-director Kirk Jones.
‘Masters of the Universe’ move review: Breezily fun Mattel update doesn’t quite have the power
This goofball update of the Mattel toy line hits just the right balance of action and humor, but a complete void of story or character development turns it into an endurance test.
‘Scary Movie’ (Scary Movie 6) review: Ghostface goofs off in Wayans family stab at a comeback
The first installment in the franchise since 2013’s Scary Movie 5 and first from the Wayans family since 2001’s Scary Movie 2 is packed with rat-a-tat gags, many of which fall flat—but there are enough genuine laughs here to make this a welcome return, and the best in the franchise since the 2000 original.
‘What a Way to Go’ (Pět švestek) movie review: Jan Svěrák comedy plumbs the indignities of aging
This latest feature from Oscar-winning writer-director Jan Svěrák (Kolya) is heartfelt and at times riotously funny, and represents another solid showcase for the filmmaker’s deft blending of serious subject matter and bitter irony.
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‘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.
‘Melodies in the Forest’: WWII drama with Kevin Spacey to film in Czechia this fall
Kevin Spacey will lead the WWII drama Melodies in the forest, set to film in Czechia and Italy this October as it heads to Cannes Market.
Blood-soaked Prague streets featured in new posters for ‘Resident Evil’, hitting cinemas in September
New posters and teaser for Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil highlight Prague-shot scenes, including Holešovice’s blood-soaked Přístavní Street.
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Karlovy Vary International Film Festival unveils 2026 competition titles, including 24 world premieres
KVIFF has announced its 2026 Crystal Globe and Proxima competition selections, featuring 24 world premieres from filmmakers across five continents.
2026 Marienbad Film Festival to pair experimental cinema with European classics, June 11-15
The 11th Marienbad Film Festival returns in June with a program examining experimental cinema, amateur filmmaking, and audience access.
‘Game of Thrones’ star Aidan Gillen to attend Zlín Film Festival with new Irish drama
Known internationally for roles in the TV series Game of Thrones, The Wire, and Peaky Blinders, Gillen will attend this year’s Zlín Film Festival as one of the event’s headline international guests
Summer cinema returns to Holešovice Market with free weekly Thursday movie night
Holešovice Market’s Food Truck Point hosts weekly Thursday open-air cinema from June to August with 13 films, many in English, and free admission.
Czech Movies
‘Rehearsals for a Revolution’: Czech-Iranian co-production wins top documentary prize at Cannes
Pegah Ahangarani’s debut feature wins L’Œil d’or at Cannes with support from Prague-based Media Nest.
‘The Tank Battalion’: Czech post-revolution comedy returns to cinemas for 35th anniversary
The cult Czech comedy Tankový prapor is back in cinemas with a new poster and renewed attention to its role in post-1989 filmmaking.
Silent classics from Czech cinema pioneer Jan S. Kolár head to U.S. Blu-ray from Deaf Crocodile
Deaf Crocodile will release restored silent films by Czech pioneer Jan S. Kolár, introducing two landmark works to U.S. audiences.
‘Million Moments’: Czech documentary on protest movement faces backlash for state funding
Czech documentary Million Moments faces political backlash over public funding and claims of activist filmmaking.
Czech Box Office & Streaming
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 box office May 21-24: ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ lands with less-than-stellar opening
The first Star Wars film in cinemas since 2019 opened with just CZK 7.74 million, less than half of what The Devil Wears Prada 2 earned in its opening weekend earlier this month.
Czech box office May 14-17: ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ continues to reign with ‘Michael’ close behind
The long-awaited sequel starring Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway fell a modest 22.2 percent to add CZK 8.8 million to its three-week tally of CZK 52.4 million.
Czech box office April 30-May 3: ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ fashions up best debut of 2026
The Devil Wears Prada 2 earned a massive CZK 18.2 million at the Czech box office over the holiday weekend, totaling CZK 22.74 million including
Czech Connections
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.
How the Czech classic ‘The Ear’ echoes through Oscar-nominated thriller ‘The Secret Agent’
Kleber Mendonça Filho has cited Czech classic The Ear as a key influence on The Secret Agent, now opening in Prague cinemas.
Chuck Norris dies at 86: Action legend remembered in Czechia for iconic T-Mobile campaign
The late action star left an unusual mark on Czech pop culture through a 2010 T-Mobile ad campaign filmed in Prague.
Crispin Glover has turned his Czech chateau into a surreal filmmaking studio
The actor-director’s restored Konárovice estate doubles as a film set for his latest feature, blending family history, surrealism and self-reliance.