Three Eggs in a Glass

The film follows Vincenc Babočka, a seemingly insignificant police employee who takes on the role of a detective in his spare time. His vacation in Karlovy Vary leads to an unexpected twist when he is mistaken for the notorious international adventurer Leon Weber, who is being hunted by the police.

Babočka seizes the chance to uncover Weber's accomplices involved in a plot to steal diamonds from the Maharaja of Yohir. Disguised as General Naryshkin, he navigates a series of comedic misadventures, leading up to the arrival of the real Weber. The mix of crime and comedy in this film reflects the genre's appeal during the late 1930s, making it a unique piece in the collection of any classic film enthusiast.