The Cassandra Cat facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Cassandra Cat |
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| Directed by | Vojtěch Jasný |
| Produced by | Jaroslav Jílovec |
| Written by | Jiří Brdečka Vojtěch Jasný Jan Werich |
| Starring | Jan Werich Vlastimil Brodský Emília Vášáryová Jiří Sovák Vladimír Menšík |
| Music by | Svatopluk Havelka |
| Cinematography | Jaroslav Kučera |
| Editing by | Jan Chaloupek |
| Distributed by | Ústřední půjčovna filmů |
| Release date(s) | May 1963 (Cannes) September 20, 1963 (Czechoslovakia) |
| Running time | 91 mins or 101 mins |
| Country | Czechoslovakia |
| Language | Czech |
The Cassandra Cat (which means Až přijde kocour in Czech) is a famous film from 1963. It was made in Czechoslovakia and directed by Vojtěch Jasný. The movie is also known by other names like When the Cat Comes or The Cat Who Wore Sunglasses.
About the Film
This film is a fantasy comedy that tells a unique story. It combines magic, colors, and a special cat to show how people truly feel inside. It's a fun and thoughtful movie that makes you think about honesty.
What's the Story?
The film begins when a mysterious traveling circus arrives in a quiet village. With the circus comes a very special cat named Mokol. This cat always wears cool sunglasses. But Mokol isn't just any cat!
When Mokol's sunglasses are taken off, something amazing happens. The people in the village suddenly appear to be covered in different colors. These colors show their true feelings and personalities. For example, people who are in love might glow red, while those who are dishonest might turn gray. This magical cat helps everyone see each other for who they really are.
Meet the Cast
The movie features many talented actors who bring the village characters to life:
- Jan Werich - Plays both a Magician and a character named Oliva.
- Emília Vášáryová - Plays Diana.
- Vlastimil Brodský - Plays Teacher Robert.
- Jiří Sovák - Plays the School director.
- Vladimír Menšík - Plays the School janitor.
- Jiřina Bohdalová - Plays Julie.
- Karel Effa - Plays Janek.
- Vlasta Chramostová - Plays Marjánka.
- Alena Kreuzmannová - Plays Gossip.
- Stella Zázvorková - Plays Ruzena.
- Jaroslav Mareš - Plays the Restaurant owner.
- Jana Werichová - Plays the Chairman's wife.
- Ladislav Fialka - Plays Stealer.
- Karel Vrtiska - Plays Miller.
- Václav Babka - Plays the Policeman.
Awards and Recognition
The Cassandra Cat was very successful and won important awards. In 1963, it won two big prizes at the famous Cannes Film Festival. These awards were the C.S.T. Prize and the Special Jury Prize. Winning these awards showed how special and well-made the film was.
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