28th Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival

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Vana - The Biggest Race Is the Life Itself
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Vana - The Biggest Race Is the Life Itself

Vana - The Biggest Race Is the Life Itself

director: Jakub Wagner
original title: Váňa
country: Czech Republic
year: 2012
running time: 86 min.

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.  

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director: Jakub Wagner
producer: Kryštof Šafer
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