Amandus (1966)
The film is based on a novel by Ivan Tavcar and was adapted for the screen by Andrej Hieng. It is set at the end of the 17th century in the area that is now Slovenia at a time of religious intolerance with Amandus, a Catholic priest, determined to persecute local Protestants.
Director: France Štiglic
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 91 min
Release Date: February 28, 1966
Cast
- Boris Kralj - Amandus
- Miha Baloh - Luka
- Anka Zupanc - Katarina
- Stevo Žigon - Joannes
- Jože Zupan - Matevž
- Kristijan Muck - Janez
- Aleksander Krošl - Jernej
- Tone Slodnjak - Simon
- Laci Cigoj - Clergyman
- Maks Furijan - Bag-piper
Screenplay
- Ivan Tavčar (Novel)
- Andrej Hieng
Production: Viba film
Country: Yugoslavia
Language: Slovenščina
Original Language: sl
Themes
Faith, Religion and Spirituality
Keywords
religion, slovenia, 17th century
More Films by Director: France Štiglic
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Amandus about?
- The film is based on a novel by Ivan Tavcar and was adapted for the screen by Andrej Hieng. It is set at the end of the 17th century in the area that is now Slovenia at a time of religious intolerance with Amandus, a Catholic priest, determined to persecute local Protestants.
- Who directed Amandus?
- Amandus was directed by France Štiglic.
- Who stars in Amandus?
- Amandus stars Boris Kralj, Miha Baloh, Anka Zupanc, Stevo Žigon, Jože Zupan, Kristijan Muck.
- How long is Amandus?
- Amandus has a runtime of 1h 31m (91 minutes).
- What genre is Amandus?
- Amandus is a Drama film.
- Where was Amandus produced?
- Amandus was produced in Yugoslavia.
- What are the themes of Amandus?
- The themes of Amandus include: Faith, Religion and Spirituality.