Nikola Shuhai
Originally released in 1947. Nikola Shuhai is a drama film. directed by Miroslav J. Krňanský.
Starring Gustav Nezval, Ludmila Vostrčilová, and Jiří Plachý
Synopsis
At the end of the First World War, Nikola Shuhai and his friend from the army desert. On the way home, to the village of Kolochava, they both find refuge with baby Jaga. Jaga mixes them a drink to protect them from the deadly bullets. The bachelors must promise to marry her daughters in exchange for a drink, or they will be punished. Nikola finds his home village in poverty. He stands against the powerful and the rich, and they turn the gendarmes against him. Nikola hides from them in the woods, where he will remain even after the end of the war, because nothing has changed for the villagers. Out of poverty and hopelessness, other men join Nikola and together they raid the wealthy. Nikola distributes the obtained booty to the poor and needy, who see him as their protector and hero.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 28, 1947
78 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
CS
Original language
Country
Czechoslovakia
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CS
Production Companies
- Československá filmová společnost
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nikola Shuhai about?
At the end of the First World War, Nikola Shuhai and his friend from the army desert. On the way home, to the village of Kolochava, they both find refuge with baby Jaga. Jaga mixes them a drink to ...
Who directed Nikola Shuhai?
Nikola Shuhai was directed by Miroslav J. Krňanský.
How long is Nikola Shuhai?
Nikola Shuhai has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was Nikola Shuhai released?
Nikola Shuhai was released on February 28, 1947 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Nikola Shuhai?
The main cast of Nikola Shuhai includes Gustav Nezval, Ludmila Vostrčilová, Jiří Plachý, Saša Rašilov, Vladimír Salač.