Restore Point
Representing the Czech Republic, we have selected the 2023 film Restore Point by Robert Hloz. The film received eight nominations for the Czech Lion Awards, winning four of them in the categories of Best Cinematography, Best Editing, Best Sound, and Best Film Set Design. This film has become one of the most prominent sci-fi projects in Czech cinema, captivating audiences with its original storyline and technical execution.

Screening Date: Thursday, 28 November 2024, 18:00
Screening Location: Zita Folkets Bio

About the Film
The story is set in a futuristic Prague (the year 2041), in times of high crime rates, when people are constitutionally guaranteed the right to live their entire lives. Scientific advancements have enabled the revival of murder victims or accident casualties, provided that individuals are registered and regularly back up their personalities—a process known as the RESTORE POINT. Agent Em takes on a case where the basic rules of restoration have been violated: the victim’s restore point was erased, and Em now faces an exceptional crime. This gripping story is set in the near future, where technology promises a better life and people can pay to extend it. Or perhaps not? (Bioscop)

Trailer
Restore Point (directed by Robert Hloz, Czech Republic, 2023, 116 min)

Tickets and the full program of the film festival are now available on the Zita Folkets Bio website.

The festival is organized in cooperation with the European Commission and the network of cultural institutes, EUNIC Stockholm.

Proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to the Lviv National Philharmonic, which supports Ukrainian musicians during the Russian aggression and organizes concerts in support of Ukraine. These funds will primarily help cover the costs of heating the concert hall during the winter months. More information about the Philharmonic HERE.