The Jester's Tale (1964)
Adventure
History
Comedy
An anti-war black comedy set during the Thirty Years' War. It follows ploughman Petr, recruiter Matěj and country girl Lenka who get caught up in both sides of the war and experience many adventures before they find happiness. The film combines live action with animation to suggest the artistic style of the engraver Matthäus Merian.
Cast
Petr
Matěj
Imperial Musketeer
Jester
Lenka
Countess Veronika
Wagon-recruiter
Count
Court Painter
Watchman
Jester (voice)
Captain Varga
Countess (Veronika's Mother)
Spanish Officer
Crew
Director
Screenplay
Editor
Screenplay
First Assistant Director
First Assistant Director
Assistant Director
Assistant Director
Story
Screenplay
Dramaturgy
Director of Photography
Camera Operator
Assistant Camera
Production Design
Set Decoration
Set Decoration
Costume Design
Costumer
Costumer
Makeup & Hair
Makeup & Hair
Makeup & Hair
Sound
Special Effects
Special Effects
Special Effects
Special Effects
Special Effects
Production Manager
Conductor
Choreographer
Lyricist
Unit Production Manager
Unit Production Manager
Assistant Production Manager
Original Music Composer
Creative Producer
Executive Producer
