28th Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival
Vana - The Biggest Race Is the Life Itself
synopsis
The Great Pardubice Steeplechase, broken bones, clinical death. The extreme life of the mercurial jockey, trainer, and steeplechase cyborg Josef Váňa is marked by an obstinate devotion to horses, racing, and a determination to take on any challenge. His rough personality and often choleric behaviour resonate with passion and business strategy. After a 15-year hiatus, the iron will of this legend of socialist racing tracks managed a comeback (even without the mythical Železník) and again took first place.
more about film
director: | Jakub Wagner |
producer: | Kryštof Šafer |