Illuminating the distinctive, underlying, and sarcastic humor that permeates Kafka's tragic vision
The last short story by Franz Kafka, 'Josephine the Singer or The Mouse Folk' (1924), is transformed into a musical theater performance by the Greek National Opera's Alternative Stage.
Caio and Ricardo Blat Relive Kafka in a Play about the Miseries and Obsessions of Artists
The play 'Subversão Kafka' explores the struggles and obsessions of artists, through characters from Franz Kafka's stories, performed by Caio and Ricardo Blat in São Paulo.
This Week's Movies: Greek Thriller, Kafka, Angelina Jolie, Ryan Gosling
This week's movie selection offers twelve films, including a Greek thriller inspired by a notorious crime case.
Plays Inspired by Franz Kafka are Showing in São Paulo
Three prominent theater productions inspired by Franz Kafka are currently being showcased in São Paulo, Brazil.
The Czech Lion for Best Film was won by Karavan, starring Kafka's actor
The film 'Karavan,' which discusses the lives of people with intellectual disabilities and autism, won the Czech Lion for Best Feature Film.
Czech Lion for Best Film won by Caravan, Kafka's performer also scored
The film 'Caravan' directed by Zuzana Kirchnerová won the Czech Lion for Best Feature Film, addressing the lives of individuals with mental disabilities and autism.
The Czech Lion for Best Film Was Awarded to Caravan, but Franz Scored the Most
The film Caravan received the Czech Lion for Best Feature Film, while the film Franz won a total of four awards, making it the most celebrated work of the night.
Bookstore Prize: Wolfram Weimer Didn't Want to Know
Cultural State Minister Wolfram Weimer was criticized for omitting three leftist bookstores from the German Bookstore Prize list without clarifying the reasons against them.
COLUMN ⟩ "My students suffered due to my incompetence and disorientation"
The article reflects on the impact of a teacher's inadequacies on students, drawing parallels with Franz Kafka's literary works.
Today's quote, Franz Kafka: "Whoever preserves this beautiful capacity never ages"
Franz Kafka's reflections on aging emphasize the importance of imagination and inner freedom, suggesting that the feeling of youth is tied to one's mental state rather than biological age.
Centenarians Self-Preservation. We Discuss the Biography of 'Franz' and the Drama 'I Swear'
The article discusses the themes of self-preservation and personal identity as explored in the films 'Franz' and 'I Swear', revealing reflections on the 20th century through the works of renowned filmmakers.
Gloss: The Streetlight
The article reflects on Kafka's unmailed letter to his father, exploring the complexities of their relationship and the emotional weight behind the written words.
Franz Kafka: a writer about whom too much is known or nothing at all?
The article discusses the new film 'Franz' about writer Franz Kafka and an upcoming literary discussion event featuring scholar Joosep Susi.
Caio Blat directs cousin in play inspired by Kafka
Actor and director Caio Blat will direct his cousin Ricardo Blat in a Kafka-inspired production, marking their first collaboration in theater, which premieres on March 20 in São Paulo.
Franz" – a biographical film about writer Franz Kafka by Agnieszka Holland opens in theaters
Agnieszka Holland's film "Franz" explores the life of writer Franz Kafka, highlighting the profound impact Kafka's works had on the filmmaker.
Pol Guasch relieves the bad taste of previous novels with 'Relic'
Pol Guasch's new book 'Relic' marks a significant shift from his earlier works, introducing a blend of past vestiges and literary exploration reminiscent of Kafka.
Epstein files reveal a global reality beyond coverage
The article compares the unsettling transformation experienced by a character in Kafka's novella 'The Metamorphosis' to the hidden truths uncovered by the Epstein files regarding prominent global elites.
Kafka and his 'eternal fiancée' exchanged five hundred passionate letters, and she secretly kept them even when she married another man
The article discusses the relationship between Franz Kafka and Felice Bauer, known as his 'eternal fiancée', highlighting their exchange of five hundred passionate letters despite their tumultuous relationship.
'Two Prosecutors' brings Kafka's relevance through Stalinist violence
'Two Prosecutors' explores the Kafkaesque experience of prisoners in Stalin's gulag writing absurd letters to denounce their unjust treatment amidst the political purges of 1937.
Life After Kafka brings the story of Felice Bauer, the former fiancée of Franz Kafka, who eventually married someone else
The article discusses a literary presentation of the novel 'Life After Kafka' by Magdaléna Platzová, focusing on Felice Bauer's untold story connected to Franz Kafka and her life after their engagement.
Oh, it's him
The author reflects on their dislike for Julio Iglesias while expressing concern about the increasing arbitrariness of judicial decisions in both Spain and Florida, drawing parallels with Kafka's 'The Trial.'
'For me, it's awesome,' says captain Kafka Malá about the Women's Euro in Brno. The question remains where it will be played
Kafka Malá, the captain, expressed her excitement about the Women's Euro in Brno, but highlighted uncertainty regarding the tournament's venue.
Prague in three days: a tour of the city that reinvented Kafka
The article explores Prague's transformation and its connection to the iconic writer Franz Kafka, highlighting the city's past and present identity.
Tommy Lee Jones breaks his silence after the death of his daughter, Victoria
Tommy Lee Jones speaks out following the death of his daughter Victoria Kafka Jones, aged 34, as authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding her passing, while the family requests respect for their privacy.
Tommy Lee Jones' 12-word statement as he speaks out after daughter Victoria's death
Tommy Lee Jones expresses gratitude for support following the tragic death of his daughter, Victoria Kafka Jones.
Police accuse ex-judge Kafka of million-dollar fraud, admits guilt. 'I acted in extreme necessity, I was blackmailed'
Former judge Kafka has been accused by police of engaging in million-dollar fraud and admits some guilt, claiming he was driven to these actions due to extortion.