Around fifty towns were established by Tomas Baťa and Jan Antonín Baťa in the 1920s, with only a few remaining today across several countries.
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Around fifty towns were established by Tomas Baťa and Jan Antonín Baťa in the 1920s, with only a few remaining today across several countries.
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Zlín, a city in the Czech Republic, was shaped by entrepreneurs Tomas Baťa and Jan Antonín Baťa in the 1920s. They aimed to create new towns worldwide, resulting in about fifty unique communities. Today, only a few remain, including Bata-Borovo in Croatia and Batanagar in India. Characters like Matea, Shona, and Věra share their experiences in these cities. The film examines how Baťa's original vision has changed over nearly a century and its lasting influence on these communities.
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Why Watch
- Meet the Baťa brothers and their global impact.
- Find out about the unique architecture of Bata cities.
- See how Bata's vision transformed over nearly a century.
Did You Know
- Tomas and Jan Antonín Baťa created around fifty towns worldwide.
- Only a few 'Bata cities' remain today, including Zlín and Batadorp.
- The film features characters from diverse backgrounds connected to the Bata legacy.
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Who were the founders of the Bata cities?
The founders of the Bata cities were Tomas Baťa and Jan Antonín Baťa.
How many towns did the Bata brothers create?
The Bata brothers successfully created around fifty towns.
Which countries have remaining Bata cities?
Remaining Bata cities can be found in the Czech Republic, Croatia, India, Brazil, and the Netherlands.
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