Oil Lamps / Petrolejové lampy (Blu-ray)

A crowning achievement of Czech cinema and a masterclass adaptation of Jaroslav Havlíček's classic novel, directed by visioner Juraj Herz! The acclaimed 1971 psychological drama Oil Lamps (Petrolejové lampy) arrives on high-definition Blu-ray format, fully digitally restored from the original camera negatives. Experience an intense, haunting, and tragic story of unfulfilled longing starring Iva Janžurová and Petr Haničinec!

A Masterpiece of Czech Cinema Restored in 1080p High Definition

The Blu-ray presentation brings this tragic classic to life with stunning 1080p visual clarity. Meticulous digital restoration brings back the rich color depth of Dodo Šimončič's exquisite cinematography, fine period costume textures, and the claustrophobic atmosphere of provincial interiors illuminated by oil lamps. Furthermore, the remastered audio track reproduces Luboš Fišer's iconic musical score and raw dialogue with crystal-clear precision.

A marriage of convenience that descends into tragedy

Set at the turn of the 20th century, Štěpka (Iva Janžurová) is the eccentric, loud, and headstrong daughter of a wealthy builder, whose tempestuous nature makes her an unconventional candidate for marriage. Desperate for love and a family, she accepts a proposal from her cousin Pavel (Petr Haničinec), a cynical, debt-ridden army officer. Unbeknownst to Štěpka, Pavel harbours a fatal secret: advanced syphilis. Her dream of a blissful marriage rapidly transforms into a nightmare of physical decay and psychological despair...

💡 Production & Cast Highlights

• Iva Janžurová's Career Performance: Iva Janžurová delivered what is widely considered her absolute masterpiece of dramatic acting, earning international acclaim at the Cannes Film Festival.
• Juraj Herz's Direction: Renowned director Juraj Herz masterfully captures the suffocating atmosphere of naturalism, tragedy, and decadence.
• Digitally Restored: Scanned and restored to preserve one of the most celebrated titles of 1970s Eastern European cinema.

Own a timeless piece of European cinematic history in pristine quality. Buy the Oil Lamps Blu-ray at Filmgame.cz today!