While amongst humanity, a group of boys discover her powers and try to misuse them to achieve their objectives. Saxana meanwhile falls in love with a boy and discovers that she wants to become human. Will she find the ingredients to create a potion that will allow her to stay forever? Join us in a memorable evening of comedy. (Dir. Václav Vorlíček, 1971, 76 min., in Czech with English subtitles)

This coming of age film is about finding one’s self. The protagonist leaves home to experience a new world. The program is part of the Mutual Inspirations Festival 2016–Martina Navrátilová, honoring a woman who was the best tennis player of all time but also struggled to find her place in society.

Event Details:

Date: October 18, 7 pm

Location: Bistro Bohem
600 Florida Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20008

RSVP required:
202/735-5895 or bistrobohem@gmail.com | Admission is free!
Guests must arrive by 6:45 pm to keep their reservation.

Website: www.BistroBohem.com

Upcoming Screenings: Czech Comedies of the 20th Century
October 18: The Girl on the Broomstick | Dívka na koštěti
November 15: What Would You Say to Some Spinach? | Což takhle dát si špenát?
December 20: Playing with the Devil | Hrátky s čertem