Маркета Лазарова (1967)

"Marketa Lazarová" is a Czechoslovakian drama and melodrama film from 1967, directed by František Vláčil. The movie stars Joseph Kemr, Magda Vášáryová, Nada Hejna, Jaroslav Moučka, František Velecký, Karel Vasicek, Ivan Palúch, Martin Mrázek, Václav Sloup, and Pavla Polaskova. The film tells the story of two rivaling medieval feudal families and their struggle for power, wealth, and influence. The plot revolves around the kidnapping of the innocent Marketa Lazarová, daughter of one of the families, by the other family's son, Mikoláš. Marketa is forced to become Mikoláš' concubine and undergoes several ordeals and hardships during her captivity. Meanwhile, the two families continue their bitter feud and engage in brutal conflicts and battles that ultimately lead to tragedy and loss. "Marketa Lazarová" is known for its unique and stunning portrayal of medieval life and society, as well as its use of poetic and lyrical cinematography and music. The film received critical acclaim and has been hailed as a masterpiece of Czech and European cinema.