Arvéd

Arvéd (2022)

The real fate of Jiří Arvéd Smíchovský, a prominent hermeticist, occultist, believer in black magic and an exceptionally well-educated person with a brilliant memory. This avid book lover had doctorates in law, theology and philosophy and was fluent in five languages. He was interested in occult teachings, practiced magical ceremonies, was in contact with the Freemasons, but at the same time he was a member of the National Fascist Community while being homosexual. During the war he cooperated with the Nazis, after the war with the communist StB.

Data de estreia
2022-08-25
TMDB
3.9 / 10 (7)
Duração
1 h 55 min
Géneros
Drama
Realizador
Vojtěch Mašek

Elenco

Curiosidades

Arvéd is a 2022 Czech psychological mystery drama film directed by Vojtěch Mašek. It is loosely based on the life of Jiří "Arvéd" Smíchovský. The film has a Faustian theme, telling a story of how far a person can go to achieve their goal. The filmmakers wanted Smíchovský's character to confront two totalitarian regimes as he collaborated with both during his life.

Production

The film received support of 11 million CZK from Czech Film State Fund. It is film debut of director Vojtěch Mašek. Shooting started in February 2022. Large portion of shooting took place in Prague-Kbely studios.

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