Summary
Experienced director Josef Pinkava returns to familiar ground with this tale of adolescent youngsters and sport. The protagonists in light-hearted Malý velký hokejista (Little Big Hockey Player) are the two strongest players in the school ice hockey team: David Válek, whose performance on the rink is hampered by a troubled home life, and team captain Petr Gazdoš, who conversely wants for nothing – which does little for his abilities as a team player. Trainer Tomek tries to train honest, dedicated players, and also has a hand in shaping the behaviour of his pupils’ parents and other teachers. After all, only immaculate teamwork yields victory. This simple children’s tale features convincing performances from its young stars, namely Zdeněk Komínek and Pavel Ročeň. Adult performers include Hana Maciuchová, Ladislav Mrkvička and Josef Vinklář.
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