Záchvěv strachu (1984)

Getting out of prison doesn't mean being free. After the bloody suppression of the Prague Revolution in 1848, one of its participants, the writer František Vinický, spent eight years in prison. Returning to Prague in 1857, he tries to make contact with his former friends. The main one is his former comrade-in-arms Antoš. Of course, the man's steps also lead him to his former love Ida, who has been married to the councillor Mayer for several years. Vinicky is followed at practically every turn by the secret police, who will not allow him to get a decent job, let alone publish his new book. Police Councillor Berger makes it clear to the writer that a lot could be arranged if Vinicky would commit to cooperating...

Director: Jaroslav Soukup
Genre: Drama, History
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Zdeněk Barták
Cinematography: Richard Valenta
Editing: Jiří Brožek
Production: Filmové studio Barrandov
Country: Czechoslovakia
Language: Český
Original Language: cs

Themes

Epic Historical Stories

Keywords

19th century

More Films by Director: Jaroslav Soukup
More Films in Genre: Drama, History

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Záchvěv strachu about?
Getting out of prison doesn't mean being free. After the bloody suppression of the Prague Revolution in 1848, one of its participants, the writer František Vinický, spent eight years in prison. Returning to Prague in 1857, he tries to make contact with his former friends. The main one is his former comrade-in-arms Antoš. Of course, the man's steps also lead him to his former love Ida, who has been married to the councillor Mayer for several years. Vinicky is followed at practically every turn by the secret police, who will not allow him to get a decent job, let alone publish his new book. Police Councillor Berger makes it clear to the writer that a lot could be arranged if Vinicky would commit to cooperating...
Who directed Záchvěv strachu?
Záchvěv strachu was directed by Jaroslav Soukup.
Who stars in Záchvěv strachu?
Záchvěv strachu stars Radoslav Brzobohatý, Štefan Kvietik, Soňa Dvořáková, Petr Kostka, František Němec, Vilém Besser.
What genre is Záchvěv strachu?
Záchvěv strachu is a Drama, History film.
Where was Záchvěv strachu produced?
Záchvěv strachu was produced in Czechoslovakia.
What are the themes of Záchvěv strachu?
The themes of Záchvěv strachu include: Epic Historical Stories.