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Jan Hus

1955 · 125 min · Director: Otakar Vávra

Jan Hus (1955) is a historical film, directed by Otakar Vávra. It stars Zdeněk Štěpánek and Karel Höger. The film is based on a true story. The 125-minute film holds an audience score of 6.3/10.

What Jan Hus Is About

The film covers the years from 1412 to 1415. The Czech kingdom is in turmoil in that period. Papal indulgences are being sold. The sale has been announced across the kingdom. There are protests against it in Prague. The man leading the movement in thought is Jan Hus. Hus is a preacher. He speaks at the Bethlehem Chapel. What he calls for is an end to abuses in the church. Thousands of ordinary people of Prague listen to him. Czech lords are among the listeners. So was Queen Sophie, the wife of King Wenceslas. The film is the first part of a trilogy, followed by Jan Žižka and Proti všem. Zdeněk Štěpánek, Karel Höger and Jan Pivec appear in the hundred and twenty five minute film, a Czechoslovak production Otakar Vávra finished in 1955.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jan Hus about?

The film covers the years from 1412 to 1415. The Czech kingdom is in turmoil in that period.

Where can I watch Jan Hus?

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How long is Jan Hus?

Jan Hus runs for 125 minutes (2h 5m).

When did Jan Hus come out?

Jan Hus was released in 1955.

Who directed Jan Hus?

Jan Hus was directed by Otakar Vávra.

Who stars in Jan Hus?

Jan Hus stars Zdeněk Štěpánek, Karel Höger, Jan Pivec, Vlasta Matulová.

What is Jan Hus's rating?

Jan Hus holds 7.0/10 on IMDb and 6.3/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.

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