Karlovy Vary Festival Opens with Tributes to Late President Jiří Bartoška
Karlovy Vary Festival Opens with Tributes to Late President Jiří Bartoška

Karlovy Vary Festival Opens with Tributes to Late President Jiří Bartoška

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The 59th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival opened with a heartfelt tribute to Jiří Bartoška, the festival's longtime president and Czech acting legend who passed away in May at age 78. The opening film, "We’ve Got to Frame It!", is a candid 2021 documentary conversation capturing Bartoška's reflections on his life, career, and leadership of the festival, blending humor and emotion without resorting to pathos. The festival also featured a photo exhibition showcasing 60 black-and-white portraits of Bartoška, alongside special screenings and tributes highlighting his enduring legacy. Notable guests like actors Vicky Krieps and Peter Sarsgaard were honored, and the opening ceremony included a choreographed stage show and emotional remarks on Bartoška’s irreplaceable role in shaping the festival’s future. The event balanced celebration with introspection, underscoring Bartoška’s impact on Czech cultural life and the international film community. Screenings of the documentary continue during the festival, which runs through July 12.

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