Black Peter

Black Peter

(1964)

In the heart of a faded industrial town lies a deep-rooted legend that has haunted its residents for generations: the tale of Black Peter. Set against a backdrop of crumbling factories and the looming presence of dark, enchanted woods, this thrilling miniseries seamlessly weaves together elements of suspense, folklore, and the struggle for identity.

The story centers around Elise, a tenacious young journalist who returns to her hometown after the mysterious death of her estranged father, a once-renowned folklore scholar. Determined to uncover the truth behind his demise, Elise is drawn into the town’s shadowy history. Rumors swirl about Black Peter, a figure said to be a spirit of retribution, punishing those who harbor secrets and betray the trust of others. As she delves deeper, Elise discovers her father had been researching a connection between Black Peter and a series of inexplicable events that have plagued the town over the decades.

As she navigates her father’s old notes and confronts the townsfolk, each with their own stories of encounters with Black Peter, Elise encounters a motley crew of characters, including Leo, a local mechanic who harbors his own secrets; Helena, an elderly woman rumored to have a direct connection to the spirit; and Miles, a skeptical historian from the city who joins her investigation reluctantly but soon finds himself entangled in the mystery.

As tensions rise and old wounds are reopened, Elise uncovers a web of lies linking the town’s history to the present. With an impending storm mirroring the turmoil within the town, she must confront the darkness of Black Peter, revealing hidden truths that could either save the community or doom it to its cursed fate.

Themes of familial bonds, betrayal, and the quest for redemption resonate throughout the series, showcasing Elise’s journey not only as an investigator but as a daughter seeking closure. With each episode, viewers are drawn deeper into the haunting atmosphere, compelling characters, and rich storytelling that explores how legends shape our understanding of the past and define our future. Black Peter is a chilling yet poignant exploration of fear, courage, and the interconnectedness of our shared histories.

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11.

+4

Rating

MovieScout Rating 7

Genres

Comedy,Drama

Runtime

1h 25m

Age rating

Production country

Director

Milos Forman

Cast

Ladislav Jakim
Pavla Martinkova
Jan Vostrcil
Bozena Matuskova
Pavel Sedlacek
Vladimír Pucholt
Zdenek Kulhanek
Frantisek Kosina
Josef Koza
Antonín Pokorný
Jaroslav Kladrubsky
Frantiska Skalova
Jaroslav Bendl
Majka Gillarova
Jaroslava Razova
Dana Urbankova
Susan Kodicek
Frantisek Prazak

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