Rozhodnutie (1976)

The film is based on the memoirs of partisan commander Peter Kružliak. Lieutenant Peter Kubiš is ordered to move with his unit to the mountains after the fall of Banská Bystrica, where he is to receive further orders. No one is waiting, on the contrary, civilian refugees from Banská Bystrica are also entrusted to his protection. In addition, the headquarters sends him to "take care" of captured German soldiers. A serious dispute arises over whether to liquidate the prisoners or not. The final decision must be made and enforced by Lieutenant Kubiš - he refuses to carry out the sentence without a decision from a field court. Kubiš sends the captured Germans - hostages to Banská Bystrica to guarantee the safe return of the civilian population to the city.

Director: Juraj Svoboda
Genre: Drama, War
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Zdeněk Liška
Cinematography: Dodo Šimončič
Editing: Čestmír Církva
Production: Československá televízia Bratislava
Country: Czechoslovakia
Language: Slovenčina
Original Language: sk

Themes

The Horror of War and Humanity

Keywords

world war ii, based on true story, based on memoir or autobiography

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rozhodnutie about?
The film is based on the memoirs of partisan commander Peter Kružliak. Lieutenant Peter Kubiš is ordered to move with his unit to the mountains after the fall of Banská Bystrica, where he is to receive further orders. No one is waiting, on the contrary, civilian refugees from Banská Bystrica are also entrusted to his protection. In addition, the headquarters sends him to "take care" of captured German soldiers. A serious dispute arises over whether to liquidate the prisoners or not. The final decision must be made and enforced by Lieutenant Kubiš - he refuses to carry out the sentence without a decision from a field court. Kubiš sends the captured Germans - hostages to Banská Bystrica to guarantee the safe return of the civilian population to the city.
Who directed Rozhodnutie?
Rozhodnutie was directed by Juraj Svoboda.
Who stars in Rozhodnutie?
Rozhodnutie stars Eduard Cupák, Ján Gubala, Eva Žilineková, Ivan Palúch, Zdena Gruberová, Tomáš Havetta.
What genre is Rozhodnutie?
Rozhodnutie is a Drama, War film.
Where was Rozhodnutie produced?
Rozhodnutie was produced in Czechoslovakia.
What are the themes of Rozhodnutie?
The themes of Rozhodnutie include: The Horror of War and Humanity.