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Pan Tau – der Film (1988): Cast

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Pan Tau – der Film is a 1988 fantasy comedy directed by Jindřich Polák, starring Otto Šimánek as Rudolf Karasek / Josef Novák, Karel Roden and Václav Kotva. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes.

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Pan Tau – der Film (1988) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Director
Jindřich Polák
Genres
Fantasy , Family , Comedy
Original language
German
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Pan Tau – der Film About?

The premise of Pan Tau – der Film without spoilers.

Pan Tau, beloved by children, now aids adults when a film producer, desperate for a new Pan‑Tau picture, finds the original star Karasek too old to perform the character’s weightless walk. He recruits look‑alike Mr Novak, who mirrors Pan‑Tau’s graceful pirouettes and magically resolves the people’s conflicts, prompting questions about his true identity.

Pan Tau – der Film Themes & Keywords

· 8 tags
  • psychotronic film
  • central europe
  • metafiction
  • family relationships
  • trick
  • magic
  • hiding place
  • children
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Cast & crew

Pan Tau – der Film Cast & Characters

Otto Šimánek leads the cast as Rudolf Karasek / Josef Novák, with Karel Roden and Václav Kotva. Directed by Jindřich Polák; 87 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Jindřich Polák

More films directed by Jindřich Polák: Kačenka a zase ta strašidla, Kačenka a strašidla, Merry Christmas Octopus and The Octopuses from the Second Floor.

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Pan Tau – der Film Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “Pan Tau w oblokach” and “Tau”.

Also known as
  • Pan Tau w oblokach
  • Tau

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Pan Tau – der Film FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Pan Tau – der Film, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Pan Tau – der Film?

Pan Tau – der Film runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was Pan Tau – der Film released?

Pan Tau – der Film was released on November 3, 1988.

Who directed Pan Tau – der Film?

Pan Tau – der Film was directed by Jindřich Polák.

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Who is in the cast of Pan Tau – der Film?

Pan Tau – der Film stars Otto Šimánek as Rudolf Karasek / Josef Novák, Karel Roden and Václav Kotva, among 87 credited actors.

Does Pan Tau – der Film have a post-credit scene?

No. Pan Tau – der Film has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Pan Tau – der Film in?

The original language of Pan Tau – der Film is German.

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