Theatre and film world say goodbye to Vladimir Dlouhý

Hundreds of people attended a funeral ceremony for the late actor Vladimir Dlouhý on Friday. The popular theatre and film actor lost his battle with stomach cancer on Sunday at the age of 52. The ceremony, held at Strašnice crematorium was attended by leading film and theatre directors, actors and fans, many of whom failed to get into the crowded hall. Next to the coffin were a half-empty glass of beer and a packet of cigarettes – two of life’s pleasures which the actor was never able to give up. Among the flower tributes was a big wreath from the outgoing prime minister, Jan Fischer.