The film captures the prominent painter Jan Merta in a situation where he accepts the offer of a new exhibition without a single finished painting. Through the eyes of his son Tomás, we gradually follow his father's seemingly carefree work, where gallows deadlines can last for years. We see Merta in his everyday life, looking for every possible excuse to avoid painting. However, Jan Merta's ordinary life presents many humorous to bizarre situations, some of which occasionally enlighten him with sudden inspiration. Gradually, we discover that his creative process never stops - even at the most unexpected moments, such as when he's tossing the garden compost.
Documentary
Czech Republic, 2024, 70 min
Directed by Tomáš Merta
The film will be followed by a discussion with the artist's son and director of the film in one person, Tomas Merta. Tomáš Merta is a Czech screenwriter, director and cinematographer. In collaboration with Tomáš Klein, he made the short film Retriever (2014), which was screened in competition in the Cinéfondation section at the Cannes Film Festival. In 2015, he won the Best Documentary Award at FAMUfest for Posedlost.
FILM CLUB TELEGRAPH & Discounts for Real Cinephiles
The film is presented under the Film Club banner. If you have a current ACFC or ARTER card, you qualify for a discount on admission (REDUCED ADMISSION option). If you are also a student, senior or disabled person and have one of the above mentioned cards, your discount is even greater. This combined discount can only be applied when you make a purchase at the Telegraph front desk upon presentation of your cards.
The ACFK card is on sale at the Telegraph front desk. More information about the card can be found at AČFK.cz.
The ARTER card is on sale at the Moravian Theatre box office. More information about the card can be found at kmarter.cz
Programme subject to change.
