Nejlepší přítel (2017)
A charming Czech fairy-tale comedy where a devil must grant wishes until a young man finds true happiness — with wonderfully chaotic results.
Nejlepší přítel - Movie Information
Nejlepší přítel - Plot
As punishment, the devil Matěj must grant the wishes of a poor young man named Ondra until he says he is completely happy. But can such happiness even be achieved? Hell has its doubts about this, and it seems that they are justified, as the other devils are well entertained by Matěj's helplessness. After fulfilling ordinary wishes, when Ondra finally warms up, eats well, and gets dressed, more serious complications arise. Ondra falls in love with Rézinka, a countess from the castle, and to make matters worse, the devil Matěj takes a liking to the cook Marjánka.
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Nejlepší přítel - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Karel Janák
Main Cast
- Zdeněk Piškula
- Kristína Svarinská
- Hana Vagnerová
- Jiří Lábus
- Marek Adamczyk
- Jiří Langmajer
- František Němec
- Ondřej Sokol
- Petr Stach
- Ivan Sochor
Writers
- Lucie Konášová
Nejlepší přítel - FAQs
What is Nejlepší přítel about?
Nejlepší přítel is a Czech fairy-tale comedy about a devil named Matěj who must grant the wishes of a poor young man, Ondra, until he declares himself truly happy. Things get wonderfully complicated when Ondra falls for a countess and Matěj himself develops feelings for the castle cook, Marjánka.
Who are the main actors in Nejlepší přítel?
The film stars Zdeněk Piškula as Ondra, Kristína Svarinská as the countess Rézinka, Hana Vagnerová as cook Marjánka, Marek Adamczyk as the devil Matěj, and Jiří Lábus as Count Hubert. František Němec plays Lucifer, with Jiří Langmajer, Ondřej Sokol, and Petr Stach rounding out the cast.
Is Nejlepší přítel based on a fairy tale?
Yes, Nejlepší přítel draws on the rich Central European fairy-tale tradition, blending classic folk-tale motifs — a devil granting wishes, a poor young hero, a noble love interest — with warm comedy. The screenplay was written by Lucie Konášová, giving the familiar story a fresh and playful spin.
Who directed Nejlepší přítel?
Nejlepší přítel was directed by Karel Janák, a Czech filmmaker well known for his work in family entertainment and fairy-tale productions. His experience with the genre shines through in the film's warm tone, colorful characters, and the playful balance between comedy and classic storytelling.
What genre is Nejlepší přítel?
Nejlepší přítel is a Family Comedy with strong fairy-tale elements. It blends lighthearted humor with classic folk-tale storytelling, making it an enjoyable watch for both children and adults who appreciate Czech fairy-tale cinema.
What language is Nejlepší přítel in?
Nejlepší přítel is a Czech-language film, produced in the Czech Republic. The entire film is spoken in Czech, making it a great pick for fans of Central European cinema and Czech fairy-tale traditions.
What are similar movies to Nejlepší přítel?
If you enjoy Nejlepší přítel, you might also love Shrek (2001), Hook (1991), Fairy Tales (1978), Three Brothers (2014), and Through Fire, Water and... Brass Pipes (1968). For newer family picks, Playing with Fire (2019), Too Old for Fairy Tales (2022), and The Little Witch (2018) are worth checking out.
Who wrote the screenplay for Nejlepší přítel?
The screenplay for Nejlepší přítel was written by Lucie Konášová. She crafted a story that weaves together classic fairy-tale ingredients — a hapless hero, a devilish helper, forbidden love, and comic misunderstandings — into a warm and entertaining family film.
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