Cast
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Ladislav Pešek
as Muzikant
Josef Beyvl
as Hostinský
František Smolík
as Stařeček
Renata Borová
as Rozárka
Miroslav Fišák
as mikeš
Aleš Košnar
as Kuba
Irena Pejšková
as Terinka
Petra Pleskotová
as Barunka
D. Strudlová
as Barunka
Věra Motyčková
as Venkovké děvče
Šárka Smetanová
as Venkovké děvče
Eman Fiala
as Šumař
Josef Hlinomaz
as Ponocný
Vladimír Jedenáctík
as myslivec
Josef Příhoda
as
Crew
Director
- Jaromír Pleskot
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Baton Out of the Bag represents a fascinating example of Family/Fantasy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Jaromír Pleskot brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1956, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Baton Out of the Bag took approximately 27 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 70 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 90 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
- The musical score contains over 36 unique compositions.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 6 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1956, when this film was released:
- The civil rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States.
- Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
While Baton Out of the Bag shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Stories, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Baton Out of the Bag subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like The Travelling Dog and The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian explore similar territory, Baton Out of the Bag stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: September 6, 1956
- Runtime: 1h 10m
