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THE DEVIL'S TRAP

Ďáblova past

Directed by František Vláčil
Czechoslovakia, 1962
Drama
  • 8585 minutes

Synopsis

While the farmers struggle with the summertime drought, the local miller, using his knowledge of the land and the rudiments of science, has discovered and tapped an underground aquifer, and enjoys prosperity. His success is the object of envy in the village.

Synopsis

While the farmers struggle with the summertime drought, the local miller, using his knowledge of the land and the rudiments of science, has discovered and tapped an underground aquifer, and enjoys prosperity. His success is the object of envy in the village.