Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases
Biographical Foundation
The film establishes its premise as a biographical musical drama about Slovak singer Karol Duchoň. It highlights the adaptation from the stage play 'Zem pamätá' and the collaborative effort with Duchoň's family and colleagues to ensure historical accuracy.
Key Events
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Biographical Premise — Film introduces Karol Duchoň's life and career as a pop singer.
Location: Slovakia
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Adaptation Source — Story originates from the stage play 'Zem pamätá'.
Location: Theater
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Production Collaboration — Duchoň's family and colleagues co-wrote the screenplay for accuracy.
Location: Family & Colleagues
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Cast Assembly — Vladislav Plevčík and supporting cast are introduced.
Location: Production Studio
Production & Casting
The creative team assembles the cast, with Vladislav Plevčík taking the lead role. Supporting actors and the director Peter Bebjak are introduced as the production prepares for its debut.
Key Events
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Cast Assembly — Vladislav Plevčík and supporting cast are introduced.
Location: Production Studio
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Karlovy Vary Premiere — World premiere at the 59th International Film Festival.
Location: Karlovy Vary Festival
Festival Premiere
The film makes its world premiere at the 59th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival. This marks the first public screening and critical evaluation of the biographical drama.
Key Events
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Karlovy Vary Premiere — World premiere at the 59th International Film Festival.
Location: Karlovy Vary Festival
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Czech Theatrical Release — Film opens in Czech theaters on August 7, 2025.
Location: Czech Cinemas
Theatrical Rollout & Legacy
The movie expands to Czech and Slovak cinemas in August 2025. It serves as a cultural commemoration for the 75th birth and 40th death anniversaries of Karol Duchoň.
Key Events
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Czech Theatrical Release — Film opens in Czech theaters on August 7, 2025.
Location: Czech Cinemas
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Slovak Theatrical Release — Film premieres in Slovakia one week after Czech release.
Location: Slovak Cinemas
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Anniversary Commemoration — Marks 75th birth and 40th death anniversaries of Duchoň.
Location: Cultural Memory
