Review of The Firemen's Ball (1967) by Robbie M — 22 Feb 2009
Made in 1967, this comedy by Milos Forman is one of the highlights of Czech New Wave films. Taking place in a small town, "The Firemen's Ball" follows a group of delightfully clueless firemen as they try to assemble a ball for their beloved chairman.
As with everything else in Czech life during this time, things never seem to go as planned as one problem leads to five more. The film is littered with political messages if you wish to engage in 1960's politics, but it stands up high on it's own as a genuine comedic gem.
The Czech New Wave didn't follow others and directly knock at the politics around them; they quietly sunk into the lives of individuals and used the people's stories to weave a painting of the people's sentiments.
While the political messages may not be as clear upon viewing today, most, if not all of the Czech New Wave films are still just as provoking with their sharp taste for humor and enduring stories of the people.
This review of The Firemen's Ball (1967) was written by Robbie M on 22 Feb 2009.
The Firemen's Ball has generally received very positive reviews.
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