Počkej, až zhasnu 2002
Miroslav Balajka's 2002 Czech comedy *Počkej, až zhasnu* introduces Mirek, a physically imposing young man who navigates life through fleeting dreams and vivid fantasies.
Director: Miroslav Balajka
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Počkej, až zhasnu (2002) about?
The film follows Mirek, a young man who drifts through life with unpredictable blackouts, relying on dreams and fantasies to escape his reality. His financial dependence on a costly erotic hotline becomes a metaphor for his struggle to connect with the world around him.
Who directed Počkej, až zhasnu?
Miroslav Balajka directed this offbeat 2002 Czech comedy, known for blending surreal humor with heartfelt storytelling.
Who stars in Počkej, až zhasnu?
The film features Barbora Hrzánová, Radek Žák, Milena Dvorská, David Matásek, and Heda Čechová-Bayer in key roles.
Is Počkej, až zhasnu (2002) worth watching?
Though modest in scale, the film offers a unique blend of tragicomedy and surrealism that appeals to fans of offbeat Czech cinema. Its themes of isolation and escapism make it a thought-provoking watch for those seeking something different.
How long is Počkej, až zhasnu?
Runtime details are not listed.
About Počkej, až zhasnu (2002) — Tragicomic Dreams of a Man Who Can't Stay Awake
Miroslav Balajka's 2002 Czech comedy *Počkej, až zhasnu* introduces Mirek, a physically imposing young man who navigates life through fleeting dreams and vivid fantasies. Officially listed as disabled due to rare episodes that leave him briefly unconscious, Mirek's reality is as unpredictable as it is poignant. His only intimate outlet comes from frequent, costly calls to an erotic hotline—where his imagination takes flight—until financial pressures threaten to ground his escapism. Balajka crafts a tragicomic portrait of longing and absurdity, blending physical presence with emotional fragility against a backdrop of everyday Czech life.
With a sharp eye for the surreal in the mundane, the film balances humor and melancholy, exploring themes of isolation and the boundaries between illusion and reality. Barbora Hrzánová adds depth to the ensemble, while Radek Žák's supporting role grounds the story in relatable absurdity. The result is a quirky, offbeat TV movie that lingers like one of Mirek's micro-sleeps—brief but impossible to shake.