The Strike (1947)
In late 19th century Czech-speaking Bohemia, oppressed workers at German-owned mines and foundries revolt against their harsh working conditions. Made shortly after World War II as Czechoslovakia was falling to communism, the film resonates in Czech resentment of the German occupation.
Director: Karel Steklý
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 77 min
Release Date: April 11, 1947
Cast
- Ladislav Boháč - Hudec
- Marie Vášová - Hudcová
- Oleg Reif - Rudolf
- Naděžda Gajerová - Růžena
- Pavla Suchá - Emča
- Josef Bek - Karel Hampl
- Bedřich Karen - Bacher
- Bohumil Machník - Roth
- Lída Matoušková - Kazdová
- Anna Houdková - Zeithamelová
Screenplay
- Marie Majerová (Novel)
- Jan Weiss (Screenplay)
- Karel Steklý (Screenplay)
Music: E. F. Burian
Cinematography: Jaroslav Tuzar
Editing: Jan Kohout
Production: Československá filmová společnost
Country: Czechoslovakia
Language: Český
Original Language: cs
Keywords
based on novel or book
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Strike about?
- In late 19th century Czech-speaking Bohemia, oppressed workers at German-owned mines and foundries revolt against their harsh working conditions. Made shortly after World War II as Czechoslovakia was falling to communism, the film resonates in Czech resentment of the German occupation.
- Who directed The Strike?
- The Strike was directed by Karel Steklý.
- Who stars in The Strike?
- The Strike stars Ladislav Boháč, Marie Vášová, Oleg Reif, Naděžda Gajerová, Pavla Suchá, Josef Bek.
- How long is The Strike?
- The Strike has a runtime of 1h 17m (77 minutes).
- What genre is The Strike?
- The Strike is a Drama film.
- Where was The Strike produced?
- The Strike was produced in Czechoslovakia.