The Joke

1969 | 77 minutes | 6.6 ★ (38)

The Joke
  • Overview

    In the 1950s, Ludvik Jahn was expelled from the Communist Party and the University by his fellow students, because of a politically incorrect note he sent to his girlfriend. Fifteen years later, he tries to get his revenge by seducing Helena, the wife of one of his accusers.

  • Release Date

    28 February 1969

  • DirectingJaromil Jireš
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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