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Staroměstský orloj

Staroměstský orloj

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Documentary

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A documentary about Prague's Old Town Astronomical Clock. In addition to the technical and artistic description, it also focuses on its history and legendary origin.

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Status

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Original Language

Czech

Runtime

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Release Date

31 December 1950

Country

Czechoslovakia

Cast

Václav Voska

Václav Voska

Commentary (voice)

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