Il Boemo (2022)
Release Year: 2022
Nation: Czech Republic, Italy, Slovakia
Alternative Title: The Bohemian, 波西米亚人, El Bohemio, Il Boemo - En mesters storhed og fald, Le Divin de Bohême
Director: Petr Václav
Writer: Petr Václav
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Kateřina Ondřejková, Jan Macola
Co_Producer: Libor Winkler, Jan Menclík, Daniel Bergmann, Michal Křeček, Marco Alessi, Marek Urban
Companies: Dugong Films, Mimesis Film, Sentimentalfilm, Česká televize
Genre: Biography, Drama, History, Music
Budget: CZK 120,000,000 (estimated)
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Keywords
Keywords: biography, italian history, music, venice, italy
Story
Set in Venice during 1764, 'Il Boemo' follows Josef, a young man aspiring to become an opera composer but struggling to make his mark in a city filled with established talent. Initially living a precarious life, Josef finds work as a violinist and eventually catches the attention of a rich young woman who introduces him to a hedonistic lifestyle free from religious intolerance. Under her influence, Josef transforms himself, shedding signs of his provincial upbringing. This metamorphosis opens doors for him, including an affair with a libertine marquise who further refines his worldly manners. Ultimately, these connections lead Josef to an incredible commission: writing an opera for the prestigious San Carlo theatre.
Summary
'Il Boemo' is a historical drama that explores the life of a young musician navigating the vibrant yet competitive musical scene in Venice during the 18th century. Directed by Petr Václav and co-produced by Czech Republic, Italy, and Slovakia, the film is a biographical portrayal of composer Josef Mysliveček, often referred to as 'Il Boemo' due to his Czech origins. The movie delves into themes of ambition, transformation, and the struggle for artistic recognition amidst societal norms and religious intolerance. Through its exploration of Mysliveček's life and career, 'Il Boemo' offers insights into the rich musical history and cultural atmosphere of Venice during this period.
