The Barnabáš Kos Case12A

Directed by Peter Solan | Czechoslovakia | 1964 | 1h 32m | Slovak w/ English subtitles | Starring Jan Bzduch, Dagmar Kákosová, Josef Kemr, Jarmila Kostova, Viliam Polónyi

A shy, overlooked triangle player in a state orchestra is unexpectedly promoted to Musical Director. But power changes him fast. The once modest Barnabáš Kos becomes arrogant and controlling, reshaping the orchestra to fit his ego. Directed by Peter Solan, this sharp, absurdist satire blends dark humour with a distinctly Kafkaesque edge, exposing how flawed systems reward mediocrity and nurture petty authoritarianism.

Our screening on Thursday 28th May features an in-person introduction by filmmaker Peter Strickland.

Director's Cuts: Peter Strickland

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We showed The Barnabáš Kos Case between May 27, 2026 and May 28, 2026.

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