Dark Blue World
Original title: Tmavomodrý svět
Overview
Lt. Franta Slama is a top pilot in the Czech Air Force who is assigned to train a promising young flier, Karel Vojtisek, and they soon become friends. When Nazi Germany invades Czechoslovakia in 1939, they both reject the authority of their new leaders and escape to England where they join other Czech exiles in the RAF. While flying a mission over England, Karel crash lands and happens upon the farmhouse of Susan, a young woman whose husband is in the Navy. Karel soon falls head over heels for Susan but, while they enjoy a brief fling, in time Susan decides she prefers the company of the older and more worldly Franta. As Franta and Karel struggle to maintain their friendship despite their romantic rivalry.
Top-billed cast
Crew
- Director
- Jan Svěrák
- Writer
- Zdeněk Svěrák
- Producers
- Jaroslav Kučera, Jan Svěrák, Iva Procházková, Eric Abraham
- Production
- Portobello Pictures, Helkon Media, Fandango, Biograf Jan Svěrák, Česká televize
Frequently asked questions
What is Dark Blue World rated?
Dark Blue World has an audience rating of 6.9 out of 10 from 91 votes.
Who directed Dark Blue World?
Dark Blue World was directed by Jan Svěrák.
When was Dark Blue World released?
Dark Blue World was released in 2001.
