Forbidden Dreams (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1987, Forbidden Dreams is a comedy, drama and war film directed by Karel Kachyňa, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Leo Popper is a happy family man living in rural Bohemia in the years preceding the Nazi invasion. Out of economic necessity he moves with his family to the big city and becomes an enterprising vacuum cleaner salesman. There he embarks on a series of adulterous adventures, has encounters with boxing pros and famous portrait artists, and schemes to purchase the perfect pond to fulfill his passion for fishing. When the Nazis gain control, the comedy turns sour - he loses his lake, his job, and finally, his family.
Who’s in it. Forbidden Dreams stars Karel Heřmánek as Father, Jiří Krampol as Hejtmánek, Marta Vančurová as matka and Rudolf Hrušínský as Prošek, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Forbidden Dreams has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Forbidden Dreams page.
If you liked it. Fans of Forbidden Dreams tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Forbidden Dreams (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Forbidden Dreams change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Forbidden Dreams worth watching?
- Forbidden Dreams holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Forbidden Dreams?
- Forbidden Dreams stars Karel Heřmánek, Jiří Krampol, Marta Vančurová, Rudolf Hrušínský and Lubor Tokoš.
- When was Forbidden Dreams released?
- Forbidden Dreams was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.