The Jester's Tale
1964 · 1h 22m · N/A
Adventure, Comedy, History
Directed by
Karel Zeman
Overview
During the Thirty Years' War, ploughman Petr, recruiter Matěj and country girl Lenka are caught up in both sides of the war and experience many adventures before they find happiness.
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