Africa
Afrika
Synopsis
The fourteenth Cimrman play takes us to the heart of a continent almost untouched by civilization. Czech travelers encounter a strange tribe of cannibals and almost end up on their menu. The members of this tribe are unusual in two ways: their appearance and their extraordinary docility. These characteristics enabled Cimrman to solve linguistic and staging problems with an elegance that other world playwrights can only envy. If, say, G. B. Shaw had tackled such a theme, the audience would have spent 5 to 7 hours in the auditorium. Cimrman managed to do it in just one hour (not counting the introductory scientific seminar). For the first time in the history of the Jára Cimrman Theater, a live animal appears on stage.
Part of the Divadlo Járy Cimrmana (kolekce)
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Release History & Theatrical Window
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Festival / Special Debut
October 1, 2005
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ladislav Smoljak
- Screenplay & Story
- Zdeněk Svěrák, Ladislav Smoljak
- Original Title
- Afrika
- Country of Origin
- Czech Republic
- Spoken Languages
- Czech
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Česká televize, Originální Videojournal
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ladislav Smoljak
Zdeněk Svěrák, Ladislav Smoljak
Department Leadership Roster
Ladislav Smoljak
Director
Zdeněk Svěrák
Writer
Ladislav Smoljak
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Africa
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What is Africa about?
The fourteenth Cimrman play takes us to the heart of a continent almost untouched by civilization. Czech travelers encounter a strange tribe of cannibals and almost end up on their menu. The members of this tribe are unusual in two ways: their appearance and their extraordinary docility. These characteristics enabled Cimrman to solve linguistic and staging problems with an elegance that other world playwrights can only envy. If, say, G. B. Shaw had tackled such a theme, the audience would have spent 5 to 7 hours in the auditorium. Cimrman managed to do it in just one hour (not counting the introductory scientific seminar). For the first time in the history of the Jára Cimrman Theater, a live animal appears on stage.
Who directed Africa?
Africa was directed by Ladislav Smoljak.
Who stars in Africa?
The principal cast of Africa includes Zdeněk Svěrák, Petr Brukner, Jaroslav Weigel, Genadij Rumlena, Jan Kašpar.
When was Africa released and how long is it?
Africa was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.