Forest
Jan 01, 1969 · 12m
Director
Ivan BalaďaOverview
A poetic melodramatic documentary inspired by the death of Jan Palach. The footage from the funeral is accompanied by the words of Maxim Gorky's Old Woman Izergil (On the Flaming Danek's Heart), sung by Kühn's mixed choir, solos by Milada Sýkorová and Jiří Němeček. The apotheosis of a leader who sacrificed himself to save his people, warning of the cowardice of the crowd.
Crew of Forest
Ivan BalaďaScreenplay, Story, Director
Štěpán KoníčekOriginal Music Composer, Conductor- Ivan KoudelkaDirector of Photography
- Juraj ŠajmovičDirector of Photography
- Karel HložekDirector of Photography
- Ivan VojnárDirector of Photography
Alois FišárekEditor
Maxim GorkyShort Story- Karel CajthamlSound
- Karel JaklSound
- Jan FulínProduction Manager
About Forest
What is Forest about?
A poetic melodramatic documentary inspired by the death of Jan Palach. The footage from the funeral is accompanied by the words of Maxim Gorky's Old Woman Izergil (On the Flaming Danek's Heart), sung by Kühn's mixed choir, solos by Milada Sýkorová and Jiří Němeček. The apotheosis of a leader who sacrificed himself to save his people, warning of the cowardice of the crowd.
When was Forest released?
Forest was released on January 1, 1969.
How long is Forest?
Forest runs 12 minutes.
Who directed Forest?
Forest was directed by Ivan Balaďa.
Who is in the cast of Forest?
The cast of Forest includes Oľga Sýkorová (Singing (voice)) and Jiří Němeček (Commentary (voice)).