Marketa Lazarová (1968)
Putting the ‘dark’ back in the Dark Ages.
Storyline
Mikolás and his brother Adam end up with a young German hostage of noble blood during a robbery. While their clan prepares for the wrath of the German king, Mikolás is sent to pressure his neighbor Lazar into a defense pact. Persuasion fails and he abducts Lazar's daughter Marketa on the eve of her initiation as a nun in an act of vengeance.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Marketa Lazarová |
|---|---|
| Release date | Oct 29, 1968 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | based on novel or book, kidnapping, flashback, rape, power struggle, middle ages (476-1453), black and white, paganism, incest, wolf pack, dark ages, fortress |
FAQ
What is Marketa Lazarová about?
Mikolás and his brother Adam end up with a young German hostage of noble blood during a robbery. While their clan prepares for the wrath of the German king, Mikolás is sent to pressure his neighbor Lazar into a defense pact. Persuasion fails and he abducts Lazar's daughter Marketa on the eve of her initiation as a nun in an act of vengeance.
When was Marketa Lazarová released?
Marketa Lazarová was released on Oct 29, 1968 (status: Released).
Who directed Marketa Lazarová?
František Vláčil directed Marketa Lazarová.
What is the TMDB rating of Marketa Lazarová?
Marketa Lazarová has a TMDB rating of 7.8/10 from 165 votes.