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‘Avatar: The Way of Water‘ Breaks Record in Czech Republic

Avatar: The Way of Water has reached 1 million admissions in the Czech Republic in only one month, the fastest of any film in the 30-year history of the country. With almost CZK 219 million gross, James Cameron’s film might also become the highest-grossing film ever at the Czech box office. Avatar: The Way of Water is the third film to cash in more than CZK 200 million in the Czech Republic, after the first Avatar and the domestic comedy Women on the Run / Ženy v běhu directed by Martin Horský. The fantasy series – which follows on from the 2009 original – has become the sixth highest-grossing film of all time, with superfans desperate to catch-up with the Na’vi as they fight to save their planet from humans. This makes Cameron the only director ever to land three films above that $ 2 billion bracket – with the original Avatar and 1997’s Titanic also surpassing that mark. The milestone is even more impressive when you take into account only six films have ever passed it. It’s believed the film cost between $ 350million-$ 460million to make. While Avatar: The Way Of Water has undoubtedly been a box office success, the...

 by Prague Morning Jan 26, 2023

A Taste of History: 7 Traditional Prague Pubs

In this guide, we’ll take a look at some of the oldest and most authentic pubs in Prague, where you can enjoy a pint of Pilsner or a glass of Czech wine while immersing yourself in the city’s rich history and culture. One of the oldest pubs in Prague is U Medvídků, which dates back to 1466. This pub is located in the Old Town and is known for its unique atmosphere and delicious beers. The pub has a cozy, rustic interior and serves a variety of beers, including its own brand of dark lager. U Medvídků has retained its traditional charm and is still a favourite with Czech locals. This is a straightforward Czech pub and easily large enough to accommodate everyone. Another historic pub is U Fleku, which has been serving beer since 1499. This iconic pub is located in the heart of the city and is a must-visit for any beer lover. The pub is known for its dark, traditional atmosphere and serves a variety of beers, including its own brand of dark lager. U Zlatého Tygra, also known as “The Golden Tiger” was founded in 1466 and is located in the heart of the city’s Old...

 by Prague Morning Jan 25, 2023

Prague Masopust to Take Place February 16-22

Masopust is the traditional Czech carnival celebration. The word “masopust” comes from the Old Czech and means “meat fast”. People wear masks, dress up in costumes, celebrate the start of spring, fertility, and give farewell to winter. Masopust is a moveable feast day and the last chance to feast before Easter Lent, the 40 weekdays and six Sundays preceding Easter. Most elaborate parades and major celebrations take place during the last three days of the Mardi Gras season. When is masopust celebrated in 2023?  Fat Thursday, 16. 2. 2023 Shrove Sunday 19. 2. 2023 Shrove Monday 20. 2. 2023 Shrove Tuesday (Mardi Gras), 21.2. 2023    Ceremonial processions of human and animal costumed characters such as devils, cow herders, farmers, goats, sheep, dogs, and pigs go from house to house, where they receive food and drink. Masopust celebrations in Prague include mask parades, dancing in the streets, singing, noise-making, feasting and drinking. A vigorous Mardi Gras celebration takes place in Žižkov, in Jiřího z Poděbrad square. The biggest carnival event is the festival Carnevale Praha (the Prague Carnival), which is held in downtown Prague.   Mardi Gras Celebrations at Little Quarter 2023 – 18. 2. 2023 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m....

 by Prague Morning Jan 23, 2023

Explore This 600-Year-Old Vineyard in Prague

St. Wenceslas Vineyard and adjacent Villa Richter belong to the Prague Castle complex and shouldn‘t be missed when visiting. It is accessible directly from the Castle and from the western side from Malostranská metro station. St. Wenceslas Vineyard is one of the oldest vineyards in the Czech Republic. The vineyard was first planted in 1347 by Charles IV, and it’s been producing grapes ever since. The vineyard was founded by Czech King Wenceslas II, who was also a Duke of Luxembourg and is situated on south-facing slopes at an altitude of 1,800 feet above sea level. The climate is perfect for growing grapes, and the vineyard benefits from long sunny days and cool nights. A variety of wines are produced there, including red, white, and rose. The most famous wine produced at St. Wenceslas Vineyard is the “St. Wenceslas Cuvee,” which is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Pinot Noir grapes. This particular wine has won numerous awards and has been praised by critics all over the world. The most popular wines here are the Muscat Ottonel, Riesling, Pinot Blanc, and Chardonnay. Sparkling wine is also very popular and is made using the traditional method of secondary fermentation in...

 by Prague Morning Jan 19, 2023

Become Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart for an Evening and Celebrate His Birthday in Prague!

The Mozart Prague Hotel has prepared a Mozart Night for the 27th of January 2023 to celebrate the birthday of the famous Austrian composer. Listening to the soprano singers and the Melody Quartet, in the beautiful and unique setting of Pachtův Palace – now The Mozart Hotel – you can become Mozart too and celebrate like him. The celebration doors will open at 18:00 when every Mozart Night guest will be able to enjoy a welcome drink. Afterward, a rich musical program will follow, with Mozart’s masterful music, represented by the Little Night Music, and you will be entertained by the selections from the six German dances, which after 300 years will be heard again where they were written, in the premises of The Mozart Prague Hotel, the former Pachtův Palace, when the composer himself wrote them for the Count Pachta. This unique informal musical experience will be provided by sopranos and soloists Michaela Šrůmová and Dasha Williams, as well as the Melody Quartet. Program of the concert “Mozart’s Night 27.1.2023”: From 18:00 Welcome Drink 18:30 Mozart Concert Part 1 19:00 – 19:30 Break with served canapés 19:30 Mozart Concert Part 2 20:00 Traditional Austrian Dinner Mozart will be honored...

 by Prague Morning Jan 18, 2023

Kino Pilotů: Local Cinema of Vršovice District

The Vršovice district, with its Krymská street, is a cultural hub of local Praguers. However, the cultural area would not be complete without a local cinema. Thanks to the Kino Pilotů that opened six years ago, the cultural district has everything it needs. The Program of Cinema Kino Pilotů opened a few years ago its third screening room, so the diversity is becoming wider. Initially, two screening rooms had a capacity of about 150 people. The third one is really a small-scale place for 15-20 people, and it looks like it is becoming the most popular one. We really like the diversity of movies. You can find here new movies in distribution, but also the popular art movies that you won’t find in cinemas anymore. There is plenty of choices. Just check the actual program of Kino Pilotu. Occasionally, you can join debates with the authors and artists of particular movies.   Every good cinema should have a good café/bar for its visitors. Kino Pilotů has a nice offer of quality coffee, fresh drinks, and small snacks. What I appreciate is the atmosphere during the hot summer nights when you sit outside and enjoy the vibes of the district.     The Story...

 by Prague Morning Jan 17, 2023

The Czech Man Who Became Mayor of Chicago

The life of the brave mayor, who saved Roosvelt and was not afraid of Al Capone, is the story of the American dream.

by Prague Morning Jan 16, 2023

Bohemian Crown Jewels to be Displayed in Saint Vitus Cathedral

The crown jewels of the Kingdom of Bohemia are to be displayed to the public from January 17 to 21, 2023.  (update: Due to the huge amount of public interest, Prague Castle has extended the exhibition until next Tuesday)  On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Czech statehood, the Bohemian Crown Jewels will be displayed to the public. The crown jewels will be on display in the transept of Saint Vitus Cathedral. The skull of Saint Wenceslas, the patron saint of the Czech nation, will be displayed in the Saint Wenceslas Chapel within the cathedral. The set of Crown Jewels consists of the St. Wenceslas Crown including a casket and cushion, the Royal Sceptre and its casket, the Royal Apple and its casket, the Coronation Cloak and other pieces of attire: a belt, a maniple (an ornamental band worn on the left arm by the celebrant of the Eucharist), a stole and ermine collar. In the Middle Ages, the items also included a ring, golden bracelets and a crystal vessel for holy oil. The value of the Bohemian Crown Jewels can in no way be expressed in terms of money. Apart from possessing priceless historic value, they have also become a rare symbol of Czech statehood. Visitors will...

 by Prague Morning Jan 16, 2023

January 18-25: Experience the Diversity Nordic Cinema with Scandi Festival

The ninth edition of the popular Nordic film festival Scandi is already in full swing! Get an insight into Scandinavian culture through award-winning films from Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Norway and Iceland. The festival introduces the diversity and richness of contemporary Scandinavian cinema. Audiences can look forward to a varied program of films again this year, attracting preview screenings and interesting genre titles. In Prague, Scandi will take place at Edison Filmhub, where most films will screen in their original language with Czech and English subtitles, and Cinema City Slovanský dům, where most features will contain only Czech subtitles. This year’s Scandi festival will be attended by Norwegian filmmaker Erik Poppe, best known for his 2010 romance 1,000 Times Good Night, starring Juliette Binoche and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, and his stark 2018 drama Utøya: July 22, about the 2011 mass murder on Norway’s Utøya island. The themes of Scandinavian films are extremely topical, reaching audiences on all continents. Scandi presents a cross-section of films and genres that define the cinematic North – from film noir through horrors to dark comedies and provocative documentaries – all in the presence of filmmakers, experts on the given topics, and other guests. The vision of the festival is to attract the audience...

 by Prague Morning Jan 12, 2023

The History and Mysteries of the Judith Bridge

An iconic part of the city’s landscape, it has been a star in international movies, the location for many photoshoots, and it is an absolute must-see sight for tourists. However, the Charles Bridge is a relatively modern addition to Prague compared to the city’s history. Considering that the Prague Castle was built in the 9th century, Charles Bridges’ 1357 birth year means that Prague was without it for almost as long as it has existed. So, what came before the Charles Bridge? Before the Charles Bridge, there was the Judith Bridge. Named after King Vladislav II’s wife, Queen Judith, the Judith Bridge was built in the 12th century and was the first stone bridge to cross the Vltava. Before the Judith Bridge was built, a wooden footbridge would have allowed people to cross the river. A stone bridge for this point in history was an impressive feat, and it is suspected to be one of the first in Central Europe. The beautiful Romanesque bridge had twenty arches and stood at a shorter height than the current Charles Bridge. From existing evidence such as remaining archways, archaeologists and historians can conclude many facts, such as the style in which the bridge was...

 by Prague Morning Jan 11, 2023

Which Film Holds the Status of “The Best Czech Comedy of the Century”?

Thanks to the audience vote, Marie Poledňáková’s What a Wonderful World with You was awarded this status. Now you can see for yourself whether the title is justified.  This endearing winter retro flick is about to be screened on the silver screen with English subtitles on the 18th of January as a part of the “Some like it Czech” series. Imagine a Czech who was born in 1900 and who has czexperience the entire 20th century. He entered his life as a peasant of Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria, spent his youth as a citizen of the democratic Czechoslovak Republic, and then spent the next six years in fear for himself and his loved ones under the Nazi regime. The year 1945 found him in the full vigor of his life and filled him with hopes for a full life … only to be disappointed 3 years later. And if he was lucky, at old age he lived to see the fall of totalitarianism and the restoration of freedom and democracy.   But there were always plenty of ways to entertain yourself in those days and not think about the real world out there. Interesting books, revolutionary radio, the...

 by Prague Morning Jan 11, 2023

Successful Exhibition “fragilités” Extended Until January 29

Don’t miss the last guided tour in English with a co-curator Elena Sorokina on January 12!  The notion of fragility as a key concept that is coming to the fore, especially in recent years, is explored as a theme of an international group exhibition fragilités in approximately one hundred works by seventeen artists. The curator duo Elena Sorokina and Silvia Van Espen present a selection, which includes artists and works that are being exhibited in the Czech Republic for the first time. The exhibition fragilités has been extended by Galerie Rudolfinum until 29 January 2023. The last exhibition guided tour in English with a co-curator Elena Sorokina takes place on Thursday, January 12 from 6 pm. Admission to the exhibition and the additional program is free. Participating artists: Francis Alÿs, Michael Armitage, Maria Bartuszová, Bianca Bondi, Louise Bourgeois, Geta Brătescu, Edith Dekyndt, Susanna Fritscher, William Kentridge, Kapwani Kiwanga, Dominik Lang, Luboš Plný, Anri Sala, Vivian Suter, Alina Szapocznikow, Barthélémy Toguo, Anna Zemánková Fragility has emerged in recent years as a key concept through which to reimagine both human and ecological conditions. The exhibition fragilités unfolds the concerns, visions, and sensibilities expressed by artists who have engaged deeply with fragility and...

 by Prague Morning Jan 10, 2023

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