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2024110 minGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Actress

2024110 minGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Iva Janžurová's career in film and theater is presented through staged scenes and personal moments captured by her daughter, Theodora Remundová.

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Theodora Remundová

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Iva Janžurová's career in film and theater is presented through staged scenes and personal moments captured by her daughter, Theodora Remundová.

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Theodora Remundová

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Theodora Remundová

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Theodora Remundová

Theodora Remundovácast

Sabina Remundová

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Iva Janžurová stands at the center of Theodora Remundová’s documentary, which spans her career in film and theater. The film features Janžurová's dramatic and comedic performances, alongside her roles in family and public life. Remundová, Janžurová’s daughter, combines staged scenes with personal moments to present a comprehensive view of her mother’s life. The documentary avoids common clichés found in biographical films, focusing instead on the authenticity of Janžurová's experiences.

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