Ball Lightning
Kulový blesk
“The biggest event in the history of moving.”
Synopsis
A comedy about exchange of 12 apartments , which, its organizer, lawyer Radosta, rightly called Action Ball Lightning. To prepare, organize and execute the exchange of twelve apartments is a work worthy champions. Radosta, who was excellently played by Rudolf Hrušínský, solved all sudden difficulties and complications on the fly and with grace. To be sure that the on the D-day everything goes well he prepares a little rehearsal, which reveals many minor issues caused for example by wedding ordered to inappropriate term or hesitation of some participants. Last but not least a night exercise announced by drunk psychologist Knotků, creates a lot of confusion that nearly sabotaged the whole operation.
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Rudolf Hrušínský
Dr. Radosta
Karel Kalaš
Bílek
Josef Abrhám
Knotek
Daniela Kolářová
Knotková
Bedřich Prokoš
Bohumil Flígr
Zita Kabátová
Jarmila Opatrná
Milada Ježková
Anežka Jechová
Ladislav Smoljak
Ing. Severín
Zdeněk Svěrák
Dr. Ječný
Marie Málková
Ječná
Rudolf Vodrážka
Kadlec
Karolina Slunéčková
Kadlecová
Karel Bělohradský
Petr Brukner
Pivoňka
Vlasta Žehrová
Věra Kalendová
Máňa
Jaroslav Vozáb
inspektor Drahota
Zora Božinová
Drahotová
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ladislav Smoljak, Zdeněk Podskalský
- Screenplay & Story
- Zdeněk Svěrák, Ladislav Smoljak
- Original Score
- Zdeněk Lukáš
- Original Title
- Kulový blesk
- Country of Origin
- Czechoslovakia
- Spoken Languages
- Czech
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Filmové studio Barrandov
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ladislav Smoljak, Zdeněk Podskalský
Zdeněk Svěrák, Ladislav Smoljak, Drahoslav Makovička
Zdeněk Lukáš
Ivan Šlapeta
Jiří Brožek
Department Leadership Roster
Ladislav Smoljak
Director
Zdeněk Podskalský
Director
Zdeněk Svěrák
Screenplay
Ladislav Smoljak
Screenplay
Ivan Šlapeta
Director of Photography
Jiří Brožek
Editor
Zdeněk Lukáš
Original Music Composer
Jitka Polednová
Costume Design
Boris Moravec
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ball Lightning
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ball Lightning about?
A comedy about exchange of 12 apartments , which, its organizer, lawyer Radosta, rightly called Action Ball Lightning. To prepare, organize and execute the exchange of twelve apartments is a work worthy champions. Radosta, who was excellently played by Rudolf Hrušínský, solved all sudden difficulties and complications on the fly and with grace. To be sure that the on the D-day everything goes well he prepares a little rehearsal, which reveals many minor issues caused for example by wedding ordered to inappropriate term or hesitation of some participants. Last but not least a night exercise announced by drunk psychologist Knotků, creates a lot of confusion that nearly sabotaged the whole operation.
Who directed Ball Lightning?
Ball Lightning was directed by Ladislav Smoljak, Zdeněk Podskalský.
Who stars in Ball Lightning?
The principal cast of Ball Lightning includes Rudolf Hrušínský, Karel Kalaš, Josef Abrhám, Daniela Kolářová, Bedřich Prokoš.
When was Ball Lightning released and how long is it?
Ball Lightning was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Ball Lightning?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ball Lightning was composed by Zdeněk Lukáš.