Podfuk

Lying in the construction industry used to be a criminal offence, but skilful people could do a lot of things. This somewhat embarrassing tragicomedy convinces us that even builders should be honest. The protagonist here is a moral designer who occasionally drops in to sing to enjoy something other than work.

Directed by Jan Schmidt, Podfuk leans on a strong ensemble — Ondřej Havelka, Tatiana Kulíšková, Bronislav Poloczek — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about crime titles of 1986.