In a rare instance of literary adaptation, Chytilová was inspired by Franz Kafka’s writings. Mr. K stashes stolen jewelry away at home and seldom allows his wife to wear it. A nosy neighbour, Mr. B, drops in. A cat observes it all.
Miloš Kopecký
Mr. K
Libuše Havelková
Mrs. K
Jaromír Vomáčka
Mr. B
Věra Chytilová
Cat (voice)
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