Beloved Actor Dies at 78 After Illness Battle

Jiri Bartoska, Czech Actor and Festival President, Dies at 78 PRAGUE — October 27, 2024 — Jiri Bartoska, iconic Czech actor and President of the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, has passed away at 78. The celebrated Bartoska, known for his compelling performances on stage and screen, including the popular Czech series “Zdivocela zeme”, died … Read more

Hollywood Mourns: Jiří Bartoška’s Passing

Hollywood Mourns Jiří Bartoška: A Legacy Beyond Karlovy Vary The international film community is mourning the loss of Jiří Bartoška,the actor and president of the Karlovy Vary International film Festival,who died Thursday at the age of 78. His impact resonated far beyond the Czech Republic, with Hollywood recognizing his pivotal role in shaping one of … Read more