Citizen Havel (2008)
Original title: Občan Havel
Citizen Havel is a 2008 Czech-language documentary movie directed by Pavel Koutecký and Miroslav Janek. It stars Václav Havel, Dagmar Havlová Veškrnová and Bill Clinton.
The documentary explores the presidency of Václav Havel, a poet who unexpectedly became president. The film, starting in 1992, captures Havel’s experiences after the breakup of Czechoslovakia, a significant defeat for him as he had campaigned for its continuation. Despite political opposition and accusations of responsibility for the breakup, Havel runs for president of the new Czech Republic. The film, a unique document, was Koutecký’s most important project, continued by Janek after Koutecký’s death in 2006.
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What is Citizen Havel about?
The documentary explores the presidency of Václav Havel, a poet who unexpectedly became president. The film, starting in 1992, captures Havel’s experiences after the breakup of Czechoslovakia, a significant defeat for him as he had campaigned for its continuation. Despite political opposition and accusations of responsibility for the breakup, Havel runs for president of the new Czech Republic. The film, a unique document, was Koutecký’s most important project, continued by Janek after Koutecký’s death in 2006.
When was Citizen Havel released?
Citizen Havel was released on 31 January 2008.
Who made Citizen Havel?
Citizen Havel was directed by Pavel Koutecký and Miroslav Janek.
Where can I watch Citizen Havel?
Citizen Havel is available on GuideDoc, myfilmfriend and Apple TV Store.
Where to watch Citizen Havel
Stream: GuideDoc
Watch free: myfilmfriend
Rent: Apple TV Store
Buy: Apple TV Store