Documentary 'Kapr Code' explores life of Czech composer Jan Kapr through opera

Lucie Králová's documentary "Kapr Code" presents the life of Czech composer Jan Kapr through a unique operatic format. It combines unseen archival footage with a new libretto by Jiří Adámek, highlighting Kapr's personal and professional struggles. The film explores Kapr's early support for the communist party and his later disillusionment after the Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia. Water imagery and a minimalist choir enhance the storytelling, contrasting with Kapr's vibrant home recordings. While the film creatively blends opera and archival material, it sometimes overshadows Kapr's own music. The focus on Adámek's libretto limits the exploration of Kapr's evolution from propaganda to avant-garde compositions. "Kapr Code" will be available on True Story starting December 13.