Shades of Fern 1986
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Director
- František Vláčil
- Network
- Filmové studio Barrandov
What is Shades of Fern?
Shades of Fern is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Drama, Crime.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1986
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 1, 1986
- Studios
- Filmové studio Barrandov
- Genres
- Drama, Crime
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~90 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Filmové studio Barrandov
Trailer
No official trailer is available for this title yet.
Find the trailer on YouTube ↗Overview
Shades of Fern is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Drama, Crime. Produced and broadcast by Filmové studio Barrandov. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“Two poachers flee into a haunted forest after a deadly mistake.”
- Atmospheric forest setting
- Philosophical fairy‑tale tone
- The obscure source material may be unfamiliar to some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy dark, folklore‑inspired dramas with a philosophical edge.
The film includes themes of guilt and violence, making it suitable for mature audiences.
Ask the Vault
Ask anything about Shades of Fern — answers are spoiler-safe.
Your verdict
Is Shades of Fern worth watching?
Cast
See who else from this cast you know →
Frequently asked questions
When was Shades of Fern released?
It was released in 1986.
What genres describe the film?
It is classified as drama and crime.
What is the source material for the story?
It is based on the only extensive prose work by surrealist painter Josef Capek, drawing on Czech folk tales.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 90 minutes.
What is the central premise of the plot?
Two young poachers kill a gamekeeper and flee into an increasingly foreboding forest, confronting fear and guilt.
Explore Shades of Fern
Where to watch Similar movies More from Filmové studio Barrandov
What viewers say
No comments yet. Be the first to share your take on Shades of Fern.