Nepela
Synopsis
The film captures a period in the life of figure skater Ondrej Nepela, when in 1972 he returns with a gold medal from the Winter Olympic Games in Sapporo, marking the peak of his sporting career. At home, he is greeted not only with fame but also with the realities of the communist regime. Everyone treats him like a celebrity, but the sensitive Ondrej longs above all for an escape from this uncomfortable golden cage. He wants to live freely and in harmony with who he feels he truly is. Yet at the last moment, his promised chance to leave for a professional ice revue is forbidden, and he is ordered to compete in another World Championship. Disappointed, Nepela must find new motivation and also come to terms with the tragic death of his best friend, figure skater Hana Mašková.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
NEPELA (2025) teaser trailerOfficial
Type: Teaser • Published 2025-09-03
Top Cast
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Josef Trojan
Ondrej Nepela
Zuzana Mauréry
Hilda Múdra
Antonie Formanová
Hana Mašková
Tereza Smetanová
Gabika
Martin Toman
Michal
Sára Polyáková
Zdenka
František Beleš
Dušan
Lucia Jašková
mama Nepelová
Michal Soltész
otec Nepela
Billy Dunmore
Toller Cranston
Adrian Jastraban
Antonín Himl
Milan Mikulčík
Peter Colotka
Michal Kinik
Palko
Vilém Hlavsa
Zdeněk Pazdírek / dablér Tollera Cranstona
Alexandra Hagarová
Liana Drahová
Matej Landl
manžel Hildy, pán Múdry
Adam Hagara
dablér Ondreja Nepelu
Radovan Hudec
hlásateľ
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gregor Valentovič
- Screenplay & Story
- Gregor Valentovič
- Original Score
- Antoni Komasa-Łazarkiewicz, Mary Komasa
- Original Title
- Nepela
- Country of Origin
- Slovakia, Czech Republic
- Spoken Languages
- English, Czech, German, Slovak
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Punkchart films, Cinetim, InFilm, Azyl Production
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gregor Valentovič
Gregor Valentovič
Antoni Komasa-Łazarkiewicz, Mary Komasa
Adam Suzin
Roman Kelemen
Ivan Ostrochovský, Albert Malinovský, Katarína Tomková, Rudolf Biermann, Marek Jeníček
Department Leadership Roster
Gregor Valentovič
Director
Roman Kelemen
Editor
Ivan Ostrochovský
Producer
Albert Malinovský
Producer
Katarína Tomková
Producer
Rudolf Biermann
Producer
Marek Jeníček
Producer
Tomáš Janísek
Producer
Gregor Valentovič
Screenplay
Adam Suzin
Director of Photography
Helena Tavelová
Costume Design
Antoni Komasa-Łazarkiewicz
Original Music Composer
Mary Komasa
Original Music Composer
Dorota Volfová
Production Design
Brigita Teplanová
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Nepela.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nepela
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Nepela about?
The film captures a period in the life of figure skater Ondrej Nepela, when in 1972 he returns with a gold medal from the Winter Olympic Games in Sapporo, marking the peak of his sporting career. At home, he is greeted not only with fame but also with the realities of the communist regime. Everyone treats him like a celebrity, but the sensitive Ondrej longs above all for an escape from this uncomfortable golden cage. He wants to live freely and in harmony with who he feels he truly is. Yet at the last moment, his promised chance to leave for a professional ice revue is forbidden, and he is ordered to compete in another World Championship. Disappointed, Nepela must find new motivation and also come to terms with the tragic death of his best friend, figure skater Hana Mašková.
Who directed Nepela?
Nepela was directed by Gregor Valentovič.
Who stars in Nepela?
The principal cast of Nepela includes Josef Trojan, Zuzana Mauréry, Antonie Formanová, Tereza Smetanová, Martin Toman.
When was Nepela released and how long is it?
Nepela was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Nepela?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Nepela was composed by Antoni Komasa-Łazarkiewicz, Mary Komasa.