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The Stand In (1997) Plot Summary Explained
- Release, runtime and language
- 1997 · 95 mins · Czech
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- Directed by
- Ladislav Smoljak
- Starring
- Zdeněk Svěrák, Petr Brukner, Bořivoj Penc, Jan Kašpar, Marek Šimon, Miloň Čepelka
Poverty plagued the life of Jan Cimrman, whose travelling troupe Lipany constantly lost actors. Planned departures could be handled, but sudden exits—shouting, slamming doors, often hours before a show—created tense, chaotic rehearsals. These struggles form the play’s backdrop, offering fans insight into the theatre‑driven heart of Cimrman's legacy.
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