In a rare instance of literary adaptation, Chytilová was inspired by Franz Kafka’s writings. Mr. K stashes stolen jewelry away at home and seldom allows his wife to wear it. A nosy neighbour, Mr. B, drops in. A cat observes it all.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Miloš KopeckýMr. K | Mr. K |
 Libuše HavelkováMrs. K | Mrs. K |
| JJaromír VomáčkaMr. B | Mr. B |
 Věra ChytilováCat (voice) | Cat (voice) |