A preliminary court decision in Prague has prohibited the broadcast of the film 'Conductor,' directed by Ondřej Provazník, in the Czech Republic. This ruling came after a woman, who described herself as a victim of the infamous conductor Bohumil Kulínský, filed a lawsuit against the producers over allegations that the film infringed upon her rights to personal protection. The story is reportedly inspired by real events involving Kulínský, who was convicted of sexually abusing underage members of the choir Bambini di Praga.

The court's ruling, announced by the woman's lawyer Ivan David, indicates that the ban applies specifically to terrestrial television broadcasting and will remain in effect until a final decision is made on the lawsuit. This preliminary measure is not the final judgment on the claims brought against the film but signals the seriousness of the court's consideration of the woman's argument. It highlights the need for sensitivity and respect for personal rights in media representations of sensitive subjects.

Production companies involved in the film include endorfilm, innogy Česká republika, and Barrandov Studio, along with Czech Television, which had planned to air 'Conductor.' Responses from the filmmakers and Czech Television are still being gathered, making it an ongoing situation that could impact how such themes are addressed in Czech media in the future.