Question 1

Was the carnivorous plant Adela a real plant?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the carnivorous plant named Adela was a real plant, though not actually carnivorous. A specialist from a local university was required to care for it during filming.

Question 2

Which festivals featured 'Adela Has Not Had Supper Yet'?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Göteborg Film Festival (1979), Chicago International Film Festival (1978), and BFI London Film Festival (1978).

Question 3

Why was Michal Dočolomanský overdubbed in the film?

Accepted Answer

Michal Dočolomanský could not speak Czech without a thick Slovak accent, which sounded particularly cringey for the American detective character. He was overdubbed by František Němec.

Question 4

What is the connection between Nick Carter and Sherlock Holmes in this film?

Accepted Answer

In the film, Nick Carter has a signed photograph from Sherlock Holmes. Although Nick Carter debuted in 1886, predating Sherlock Holmes (1887), he is often called the 'American Sherlock Holmes'.

Question 5

Who created the animation sequences for the carnivorous plant Adela?

Accepted Answer

The animation sequences of the carnivorous plant Adela, as well as special props, were created by surrealist artist and filmmaker Jan Švankmajer.

Adela Has Not Had Supper Yet

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