see larger image$39.99 DVDPrivate Century (Soukrome Stoleti) (2006) 
Witness five decades of history through the intimate and unusual compilation of home movies, photographs, personal letters, and journal entries created for this moving eight-part program from the Czech Republic. These highly personal "captured moments" in time reveal how ordinary men and women lived, loved, and enjoyed themselves through turbulent times. 6 3/4 hrs. total on two discs. Standard; Soundtrack: Czech; Subtitles: English. In Czech with English subtitles.
SKU: D01656
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- Category:
- Documentary
- Director:
- Jan Sikl
- Rated:
- NR
- Color:
- Black & White / Color
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