The Joke

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The Joke
Genres: Comedy, Drama
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Language: cs
Country: XC
Runtime: 1h 17min
Tags: Adultery, Based on novel or book, Communist party, Expulsion, Hard labor, Memory, Pickaxe, Politics, Postcard, Restaurant, Revenge, Voted out

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In 1950s Czechoslovakia, Ludvik Jahn's life takes a dramatic turn as he is both expelled from the Communist Party and his university due to a letter that was intended for his girlfriend but ended up in the wrong hands. Rejected by the very system he once belonged to and betrayed by those who were once his peers, Ludvik's world is left shattered.Years later, with resentment still festering within him, Ludvik embarks on a quest for vengeance. He sets his sights on Helena, the wife of one of his former classmates and accusers. As he attempts to seduce her, Ludvik is forced to navigate through complex webs of deceit, betrayal, and political intrigue that challenge his sense of morality and justice.Set against the backdrop of a turbulent time in history, this film explores themes of revenge, love, and the repercussions of one's actions on both personal and societal levels. The story unfolds with subtle humor and poignancy, inviting audiences to question their own beliefs about forgiveness, loyalty, and the power of redemption.

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