Czech culture: New films and actor Štěpán Benoni's life in South Bohemia

Czech cinema and culture are highlighted through new film releases and personal profiles. Actor Štěpán Benoni has established a home in a log cabin in South Bohemia, inspired by his fascination with North American-style wooden structures. Benoni noted that the cabin provides a unique microclimate, offering warmth in winter and coolness in summer, despite the natural sounds and maintenance required by the material.

In film, the new comedy "Bohemian Paradise" (Dovolená v Českém ráji) offers a satire of Czech domestic tourism and holiday culture, filmed amidst the landscapes of Český ráj. Additionally, the works of animation pioneer Jiří Trnka are receiving international attention via a new Blu-ray release featuring restored versions of "The Czech Year" and "Old Czech Legends," which showcase traditional handcrafted puppets and folklore.