The Rape of Czechoslovakia

The film was created by Weiss after his escape to London, featuring three reels of material initially intended for an unrealized project titled ‘Dvacet Let Svobody’ or ‘Twenty Years of Freedom’. It reflects on the history of independent Czechoslovakia from its founding in 1918 until the Munich Agreement in 1938, which led to its dissolution.

Presented in English, the film includes poetic narration by C. Day-Lewis, the father of actor Daniel Day-Lewis. As a documentary, it stands out for its historical significance and the context of its creation during a tumultuous time in European history. Collectors of documentary films or those interested in political history will find this work noteworthy for its narrative and visual style, capturing a critical moment in Czechoslovak history.