Overview

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.

Cast

Václav Havel, Dagmar Havlová Veškrnová, Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Miloš Zeman

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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 in 2008.

Who stars in "Citizen Havel"?

The cast includes Václav Havel, Dagmar Havlová Veškrnová, Bill Clinton, George W. Bush.

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