EFF: Il Boemo

“A sumptuous period piece, rich in costume and the sounds of live music.” — Variety 

The extraordinary and unknown life story of Josef 'Il Boemo' Myslivecek, one of the most prolific opera composers in 18th century Italy, vividly comes to life in this sumptuous period drama.  

A Prague miller who went to Italy and became the most sought-after composer of his time, Josef Myslivecek wrote for all the Italian courts, and for city theatres that spanned from Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice. In Italy, he also met the young Mozart, whom he befriended and influenced. The story of an extraordinarily talented artist who rose to top and fell from grace, Il Boemo is essential viewing for lovers of classical music. 

Czech Republic’s submission for the Best International Feature Film Academy Award.

Rating

E

Language

Italian, Czech (English Subtitles)

Cast

Vojtech Dyk, Elena Radonicich, Barbara Ronchi, Lana Vlady

Director

Petr Václav