In 1998, architect Jan Kaplický wrote in his diary about winning a competition and finding love, setting the stage for his final decade.
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In 1998, architect Jan Kaplický wrote in his diary about winning a competition and finding love, setting the stage for his final decade.
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Jan Kaplický, a Czech architect, envisioned the Octopus, a design for the Prague National Library. In 1998, he wrote in his diary about winning the competition and finding love. His words set the tone for the film, which intertwines his personal life with the political and social context of his work. Directed by Olga Špátová, the documentary features reflections from notable figures, including Václav Havel, as it portrays Kaplický's final years and his creative ambitions.
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Why Watch
- Meet architect Jan Kaplický and his vision for Prague.
- See the impact of Václav Havel on Czech architecture.
- Find out about the Octopus project and its significance.
Did You Know
- Jan Kaplický wrote in his diary in 1998 about winning a competition.
- The film features Václav Havel multiple times, emphasizing his significance.
- The documentary was directed by Olga Špátová in 2010.
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Who directed the documentary Eye Over Prague?
Olga Špátová directed the documentary Eye Over Prague.
What is the main subject of the documentary Eye Over Prague?
The documentary focuses on the Prague National Library project, also known as the Octopus, and the life of its designer, Jan Kaplický.
In what year did Jan Kaplický write about winning the competition in his diary?
Jan Kaplický wrote about winning the competition in his diary in 1998.
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