Burning Bush

2013 • 3h 55m • Drama, War & Politics

7.1(29 votes)

Based on real characters and events, this haunting drama focuses on the personal sacrifice of a Prague history student, Jan Palach, who set himself on fire in protest against the Soviet occupation of Czechoslovakia in 1969. Dagmar Burešová, a young female lawyer, became part of his legacy by defending Jan's family in a trial against the communist government, a regime which tried to dishonour Palach’s sacrifice, a heroic action for the freedom of Czechoslovakia.

Created by

Agnieszka Holland

Director

Agnieszka Holland

Writers

Štěpán Hulík

Seasons

1 season(s), 3 episodes

Status

Ended