The Loveliest Riddle

The Loveliest Riddle

2008 · 98 min · ★ 5.0 · Family

Inspired by two fairy tales by Jan Drda, this film tells the story of young Matěj, who enjoys a good riddle. When he is chased off by a farmer for falling in love with his daughter Majdalenka, he sets off to the castle to see the princess, who presents her suitors with three riddles. But Matěj always escapes any pitfalls that he may encounter. (filmovyprehled)

Directed by Zdeněk Troška · Written by Jan Drda

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