Dispute over Milan Lasica interview publication

Overview

A controversy has emerged in Slovakia regarding a book of interviews with the late artist Milan Lasica, authored by writer Jozef Banáš. The publication, featuring discussions recorded during the 1990s, was released as a supplement to the weekly Plus 7 dní.

Hana Lasicová, the daughter of the late comedian, has criticized the project, claiming the interviews were unauthorized and that Banáš had previously attempted to pressure her father regarding Banáš’s past involvement with the ŠtB (secret police).

Following the backlash, the publishing house Ikar terminated its cooperation with Banáš. Banáš admitted to breaking a written promise made to the family’s legal representative regarding the non-publication of the material. He stated that after Ikar declined the work, he accepted an offer from a different publisher, citing a desire to preserve Lasica’s legacy.

Entities

Jozef Banáš · Hana Lasicová · Milan Lasica · Magda Vášáryová · Ikar

Timeline

1 day ago

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Slovak publisher Ikar ends cooperation with Jozef Banáš
Publisher Ikar has cut ties with Jozef Banáš after he published controversial interviews with Milan Lasica, breaking a prior agreement with the actor's family.
5 days ago

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Slovak writer Jozef Banáš faces dispute over Milan Lasica book
Writer Jozef Banáš is facing backlash from the family of the late Milan Lasica over the unauthorized publication of interview books featuring the legendary artist.

Sources

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