Czech actress Iva Janzurova is heralded as one of the leading ladies of Czech comedy. She stars in numerous Czech classics, including the sci-fi comedy You are a Widow, Sir (Pane, vy jste vdova!)– which will screen at Bistro Bohem on September 20, at 7 pm, as part of the ongoing film and beer series.

You are a Widow, Sir | Pane, vy jste vdova!
Dir. Václav Vorlíček, 1971, 97 minutes, Czech with English subtitles      

In the film, there is an attempt to kill the king by creating an assassin that looks like a famous actress. Janžurova takes on numerous personas, transformed from an actress, to a man, and then a serial killer. Enjoy this witty classic that experiments with the limits of science in an absurd comedy with surprising twists and turns.

About the Director:    
Born in 1930, Václav Vorlíček studied filmmaking at the Film Academy in Prague and has been directing feature films since the early 1960s. His most notable comedies were made in collaboration with his friend, screenwriter Miloš Macourek, who shared his sense of humor, love of parody and adventure. Their cooperation was fruitful, with such films as Who Wants to Kill Jessie? (1966), You are a Widow, Sir (1970), The Girl on the  Broomstick (1971), How to Drown Dr. Mráček, the Lawyer (1974), What Would You Say to Some Spinach? (1977).

The screening is part of the Mutual Inspirations Festival 2016 - Martina Navrátilová, the legendary tennis player and leading women who have made an impact in their profession such as Czech actress Iva Janžurova.


RSVP required: 202/735-5895 or bistrobohem@gmail.com | Admission is free!
Guests must arrive by 6:45 pm to keep their reservation.

Website: www.BistroBohem.com

About the series:
This marks the fifth year of the film and beer series at Bistro Bohem. This year, the series focuses on Czech comedies from the 1930s-70s, with such prominent directors as Martin Frič and Václav Vorlíček. All films will screen in Czech with English subtitles. Each screening includes one free beer as well as an introduction by a representative from the Czech Embassy. All screenings are subject to change.

Upcoming Screenings: Czech Comedies of the 20th Century
October 18: The Girl on the Broomstick | Dívka na koštěti
November 15: What Would You Say to Some Spinach? | Což takhle dát si špenát?
December 20: Playing with the Devil | Hrátky s čertem