First of May
První máj
Synopsis
The documentary First of May explores the more than a century-long evolution of the celebration and the meaning of this day. The structure is composed of memories, newspaper excerpts, testimonies found in archives, etc. - all these passages are brought to life by the actors' voices, taking on the roles of journalists, factory workers, policemen, workers and ordinary people who watch May Day, sometimes with interest and verve, sometimes with distance or irony.
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Viktor Preiss
Commentary (voice)
Vojtěch Bartoš
(voice)
Dana Černá
(voice)
Jindřiška Dudziaková
(voice)
Petr Gelnar
(voice)
Zbyšek Horák
(voice)
Kryštof Krhovják
(voice)
Jaroslav Mendel
(voice)
Robert Mikluš
(voice)
Jiří Štrébl
(voice)
Vladimír Hlavatý
Reciter (voice) (archive footage)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Petr Smělík
- Screenplay & Story
- Romana Smělíková, Petr Smělík
- Original Title
- První máj
- Country of Origin
- Czech Republic
- Spoken Languages
- Czech
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- Česká televize
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Petr Smělík
Romana Smělíková, Petr Smělík, Dušan Mulíček
Pavel Hlavatý
Petr Smělík
Pavel Plešák
Department Leadership Roster
Romana Smělíková
Screenplay
Petr Smělík
Screenplay
Petr Smělík
Director
Pavel Hlavatý
Director of Photography
Petr Smělík
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for First of May.
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Frequently Asked Questions About First of May
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is First of May about?
The documentary First of May explores the more than a century-long evolution of the celebration and the meaning of this day. The structure is composed of memories, newspaper excerpts, testimonies found in archives, etc. - all these passages are brought to life by the actors' voices, taking on the roles of journalists, factory workers, policemen, workers and ordinary people who watch May Day, sometimes with interest and verve, sometimes with distance or irony.
Who directed First of May?
First of May was directed by Petr Smělík.
Who stars in First of May?
The principal cast of First of May includes Viktor Preiss, Vojtěch Bartoš, Dana Černá, Jindřiška Dudziaková, Petr Gelnar.
When was First of May released and how long is it?
First of May was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 55m.