Newspaper Fotbal, 1965

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Condition: as found, signs of use

Dimensions: 32 cm x 47 cm

Rare unofficial satirical edition of "Fotbal - list vysoce svrchovaných odborníků" (Football - journal of highly sovereign experts) from 1965, containing 2 pages, created for the film "Fotbal" by director Jaroslav Mach. Inside are mentions of Derby, Martin Růžek and others. This humorous publication parodied real football newspapers and was probably part of promotional materials for the film. Jaroslav Mach was a well-known Czechoslovak director and the film "Fotbal" was among the popular sports comedies of the time. The satirical title "journal of highly sovereign experts" ironized football expertise and fan discussions. Martin Růžek was a famous personality in Czechoslovak football. This parody documents the humor and atmosphere of Czechoslovak football culture of the sixties. Unique memorabilia for collectors of film souvenirs, lovers of Czechoslovak cinematography, or fans of football satire.