UŽ

The story follows Valentýna, a naive village girl who arrives in Prague and inadvertently becomes involved with the criminal underbelly. Under the influence of the gangster Pavouk and his inept henchman Milan, Valentýna's journey reveals the absurdities of contemporary Czech society. The film employs a mix of parody and poetic imagery, including western-inspired mounted police sequences and a surreal conflict over the export of plastic gnomes.

With a strong ensemble cast featuring Barbora Hrzánová, Bohumil Klepl, and Radek Holub, UŽ combines humor with a critical lens on societal issues. The film's unique approach to storytelling and its blend of comedic elements make it a notable entry in the Czech comedy genre of the 1990s. Its cultural context and distinct narrative style may appeal to collectors interested in international cinema and the evolution of Czech film.