Hroch
Originally released in 1973. Hroch is a comedy/fantasy film. directed by Karel Steklý.
Starring Oldo Hlaváček, Helga Čočková, and Svatopluk Matyáš
Synopsis
The bank officer Bedrich Hroch is sent by the bank director to the zoo, which asked an allocation of one and half kg of gold for a gold tooth for a hippo. During the check up of the hippo's teeth Bedrich is swallowed by the hippo. The man does not die in the hippo's guts and he chats quite happily with his frightened wife Dása. Journalist Pip Karen, his friend is also present to the dialogue and he has immediately an idea how to use this special situation. He tells to the new minister Borovec and his opponent professor Fibinger that there is a hippo in the zoo which can speak. He also tells them how to use this situation for a political propaganda.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 29, 1973
52 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
3.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
CS
Original language
Country
Czechoslovakia
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CS
Production Companies
- Filmové studio Barrandov
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hroch about?
The bank officer Bedrich Hroch is sent by the bank director to the zoo, which asked an allocation of one and half kg of gold for a gold tooth for a hippo. During the check up of the hippo's teeth B...
Who directed Hroch?
Hroch was directed by Karel Steklý.
How long is Hroch?
Hroch has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was Hroch released?
Hroch was released on March 29, 1973 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hroch?
The main cast of Hroch includes Oldo Hlaváček, Helga Čočková, Svatopluk Matyáš, Helena Blehárová, Miroslav Homola.