It was an icon of its time. Young beauty from Prague conquered not only film screen. The world compared it to Bardotka, which she deserved. At the age of 60 she enchanted Europe and later Hollywood. At the time of her greatest career peak, however, she disappeared from the public. Who was a mysterious beauty and why suddenly disappeared?
Whether you remember it or not, it is definitely worth mentioning.
Sixty in the sign of beauty
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The 1960s were a period of large stars. Everyone will remember Rock N ‘Roll and Mini skirts. The film industry also had its appearance. People wanted icons with something memorable. It was not a time of serious dramas, but comedies and romantic films with stars that hung in every room on the wall.
And at that time the Czech icon was born, which also succeeded beyond the borders. An ordinary girl without an acting school, who appeared a few times in an advertising film, began to conquer the screen. It brought not only beauty but also intelligence and charm to the conservative film industry.
From the wild west to the headline
She first conquered the Czech film. For example, viewers remember her from western classics Lemonade Joe or Horse Opera. Funny parody of Oldřich Lipský from 1964 moved the western genre a little further and at the same time showed, that the young beauty from Prague can attract the viewer in front of the screen. A few years later she appeared in a sci-fi comedy Who wants to kill Jesia? which has expanded this genre among viewers.
In the middle of the decade came a big surprise. The Czech actress appeared on the title page of American Playboy. Such an opportunity does not occur to everyone and For a Czech film star it meant open door to the world of foreign production and media. Whether you are cheering for this form of publicity or not, in the world of the media it was what fired it high.
Ticket to Hollywood
Over time, she gathered experience in the Czech film AK NI The foreign ones. Crime, westerns and comedies filmed by European producers noticed her talent. A new name came with the new environment, Or rather pseudonym Olinka Berová. For some maybe a little change, for the actress a big plus. Not only was it better, but became standard in foreign films.
After the success so far, another one came and perhaps the most important one. The British studio Hammer reached for the native of Prague to all ten to the sequel to the film “She”. The main role in the well -known film included her among the British film stars. Critics argued whether they could break through in the film industry, but agreed on selling.
And who is we talking about?
Yes, you guess right, we are talking about Olga Schoberová, also known in the world as Olinka Berová. She was born on March 15, 1943 in Prague, and without any acting training managed to win her place in the world of the film. In the Czech Republic it was nicknamed the “Czech Bardotka”, But she was not just an imitation, she had become an icon herself. She was unique in Czechoslovak cinematography.
When we look at her filmography, we can definitely call it diverse. On the one hand, the beginnings of science fiction in the comedy “Who wants to kill Jessia?”, On the other hand, the continuation of the British legend. She played in spy images across Europe. And of course we must not forget the Czech workthat all started, such as “Lord, you’re a widow!” Or “Adéla has not yet dined”.
That’s what makes Olga Schober’s star that can’t be included. There was an icon, a sex symbol, but also a charismatic and intelligent woman. This also showed that even a woman without acting education can succeed in front of the camera.
Species
Experts have a similar opinion on Olga Schober’s career. Film researcher Vladimíra Chytilová writes in an expert study on stars 60. A very specific case of a movie star.“This is one of the most accurate summary, as Schober has sailed through the film industry across Europe and has been able to enchant many audiences.
But Olga also captivated her personal life, in which much happened. Her privacy, however, never overwhelmed her acting career. She experienced several romances with producers, but her heart was won by Hollywood producer John Calley. After his marriage, a turning point came with him, and Schober in the 70s. Why she has decided in this way is still a great mystery because she has done so at the time of her greatest success. What others have been waiting for for a long time, she left behind.
Aside but on the eyes
But her link continues without promoting or activity on the Internet. Her films are increasingly rare and are increasingly returning to the audience. For example, it is known abroad as “Western European siren canvas”. And at home in the Czech Republic remains an icon of sixty next to stars like Brejch and Purple. The reunion of legendary films resembles how modern these films are and how much Schoberová participated in it.
Although we do not see it so often on the screen, we have a lot of films that are successful today. Likewise, the story of an ordinary girl from Prague remains, which, thanks to its talent, was able to break through in the challenging world of Czech and foreign film. Today’s generation may not know it anymore. However, for those who have experienced it in her most successful years, Olga Schober is an icon of 60 years.
