Valerie and Her Week of Wonders 1970
"A journey into womanhood..."
Dive into the surreal and dreamlike universe of *Valerie and Her Week of Wonders (1970)*, Jaromil Jireš's visually striking fantasy-drama that follows a young Czechoslovakian girl's bewildering leap into adulthood.
Director: Jaromil Jireš
Cast
Jaroslava Schallerová
Valerie
Helena Anýžová
Grandmother / Elsa / Mother / Redhead
Petr Kopřiva
Orlík
Jiří Prýmek
Tchoř-Constable
Jan Klusák
Gracián
Libuše Komancová
Handmaid in Training
Karel Engel
Coachman Ondřej
Alena Stojáková
Hedvika
Otto Hradecký
Landlord
Martin Wielgus
Tchoř-Father
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valerie and Her Week of Wonders (1970) about?
*Valerie and Her Week of Wonders* (1970) follows a young Czechoslovakian girl as she navigates the confusing transition into womanhood, only to find her perception warped by a pair of enchanted earrings. Her once-familiar world dissolves into a surreal landscape of carnivals, vampire-like figures, and predatory forces, forcing her to question what's real and what's imagined.
Who directed Valerie and Her Week of Wonders?
Jaromil Jireš directed *Valerie and Her Week of Wonders* (1970), bringing a surreal and visually inventive style to this genre-blending fantasy-drama.
Who stars in Valerie and Her Week of Wonders?
The film stars Jaroslava Schallerová in the lead role, with supporting performances from Helena Anýžová, Petr Kopřiva, Jiří Prýmek, and Jan Klusák.
Is Valerie and Her Week of Wonders (1970) worth watching?
As a cult favorite from 1970, *Valerie and Her Week of Wonders* offers a hypnotic and visually striking exploration of fantasy and female awakening. Its surreal tone and 73-minute runtime make it a quick but unforgettable watch for fans of offbeat cinema.
How long is Valerie and Her Week of Wonders?
The runtime is 73 minutes.
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About Valerie and Her Week of Wonders (1970) — A surreal adventure into womanhood and fantasy
Dive into the surreal and dreamlike universe of *Valerie and Her Week of Wonders (1970)*, Jaromil Jireš's visually striking fantasy-drama that follows a young Czechoslovakian girl's bewildering leap into adulthood. With the help of a pair of enchanted earrings, Valerie's ordinary world dissolves into a cascade of hallucinatory encounters, where reality bends and fairy-tale horrors lurk around every corner. Directed with bold imagination, the film blends eerie folklore with coming-of-age themes, casting Jaroslava Schallerová in a mesmerizing lead role that captures both innocence and burgeoning desire.
This 73-minute cinematic gem—part gothic fable, part surrealist adventure—unfolds against a hauntingly atmospheric backdrop, where a predatory priest, a spectral stranger, and carnival oddities blur the line between fantasy and the waking world. Jireš's direction infuses the story with a hypnotic, almost nightmarish quality, making *Valerie and Her Week of Wonders* a cult classic that lingers long after the credits roll.
