Alois Nebel

Set in the late 1980s at a remote railway station on the Czech-Polish border, "Alois Nebel" follows the story of the protagonist as he navigates the complex world around him while struggling with his own mental demons. Alois, a train dispatcher and solitary soul, is drawn into a web of mystery when an enigmatic stranger who cannot speak enters his life. This mute individual, carrying an old photograph that hints at a troubled past, stirs up Alois' own haunted memories of the trains he sees in his hallucinations – ghostly remnants from Central Europe's dark history.As Alois becomes increasingly tormented by these apparitions and loses grip on reality, he is admitted to a sanatorium for treatment. It is here that he encounters The Mute once more, and their shared sense of displacement forms an unexpected bond between them. Despite the secrecy surrounding this mysterious figure, it is his presence that sparks Alois' determination to unravel the truth and confront his own demons.The film blends elements of suspense, drama, and historical reflection as it explores themes of isolation, memory, and the burden of the past. Through stunning visual storytelling and a poignant portrayal of its characters, "Alois Nebel" offers viewers an unforgettable journey into the heart of Central Europe's troubled history, and invites them to consider the profound impact that our shared past can have on individual lives.