Charlatan (2020)

Charlatan
Theatrical Performance
Domestic Box Office n/a
International Box Office $2,421,849
Worldwide Box Office $2,421,849
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Synopsis

Inspired by the true story of herbalist Jan Mikolasek, who dedicated his life to caring for the sick in spite of the immense obstacles he faced in his private and public life. Born at the turn of the 20th century, Mikolasek wins fame and fortune using unorthodox treatment methods to cure a wide range of diseases. Already a local institution in Czechoslovakia before World War II, the healer gains in reputation and wealth whether during the Nazi occupation or under the Communist rule. One after the other, every regime will want to use his skills and in return gives him protection. But how high shall be the costs to maintain this status as the tide turns?

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Movie Details

Domestic Releases: July 23rd, 2021 (Limited) by Strand Releasing
July 23rd, 2021 (Virtual) by Strand Releasing
International Releases: August 21st, 2020 (Wide), released as Šarlatán (Czech Republic)
August 21st, 2020 (Wide), released as Šarlatán (Slovakia)
October 9th, 2020 (Wide), released as Szarlatan (Poland)
November 12th, 2020 (Wide) (New Zealand)
May 14th, 2021 (Wide), released as Charlatão (Portugal)
Video Release: September 28th, 2021 by Strand Home
Running Time: 118 minutes
Geographical setting: Czechoslovakia
Source:Based on Real Life Events
Genre:Drama
Production Method:Live Action
Creative Type:Dramatization
Production/Financing Companies: Marlene Film, Film & Music Entertainment, Madants, Furia Film
Production Countries: Czech Republic
Languages: Czech

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Synopsis

Inspired by the true story of herbalist Jan Mikolasek, who dedicated his life to caring for the sick in spite of the immense obstacles he faced in his private and public life. Born at the turn of the 20th century, Mikolasek wins fame and fortune using unorthodox treatment methods to cure a wide range of diseases. Already a local institution in Czechoslovakia before World War II, the healer gains in reputation and wealth whether during the Nazi occupation or under the Communist rule. One after the other, every regime will want to use his skills and in return gives him protection. But how high shall be the costs to maintain this status as the tide turns?

Metrics

Movie Details

Domestic Releases: July 23rd, 2021 (Limited) by Strand Releasing
July 23rd, 2021 (Virtual) by Strand Releasing
International Releases: August 21st, 2020 (Wide), released as Šarlatán (Czech Republic)
August 21st, 2020 (Wide), released as Šarlatán (Slovakia)
October 9th, 2020 (Wide), released as Szarlatan (Poland)
November 12th, 2020 (Wide) (New Zealand)
May 14th, 2021 (Wide), released as Charlatão (Portugal)
Video Release: September 28th, 2021 by Strand Home
Running Time: 118 minutes
Geographical setting: Czechoslovakia
Source:Based on Real Life Events
Genre:Drama
Production Method:Live Action
Creative Type:Dramatization
Production/Financing Companies: Marlene Film, Film & Music Entertainment, Madants, Furia Film
Production Countries: Czech Republic
Languages: Czech

Full financial estimates for this film, including domestic and international box office, video sales, video rentals, TV and ancillary revenue are available through our research services. For more information, please contact us at research@the-numbers.com.