Sign of the Cancer
Originally released in 1967. Sign of the Cancer is a crime/drama film. directed by Juraj Herz. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Zora Božinová, Zdeněk Štěpánek, and Ilja Prachař
Synopsis
When Dr. Hahn is found murdered in the hospital’s inspection room, investigators question several suspects: his colleague and longtime lover Dr. Marie Nováková (whom he cheated on with nurse Jiřina), the nurse herself, Dr. Petera (whose career he stymied), a senile patient named Zima, and the inept clinic head. As police sift through truthful and deceptive testimonies, complex professional rivalries and personal entanglements among the hospital staff come to light.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 5, 1967
58 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
4.0/10
Mixed (4 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 Sign of the Cancer about?
When Dr. Hahn is found murdered in the hospital’s inspection room, investigators question several suspects: his colleague and longtime lover Dr. Marie Nováková (whom he cheated on with nurse Ji...
Who directed Sign of the Cancer?
Sign of the Cancer was directed by Juraj Herz.
How long is Sign of the Cancer?
Sign of the Cancer has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was Sign of the Cancer released?
Sign of the Cancer was released on May 5, 1967 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Sign of the Cancer?
The main cast of Sign of the Cancer includes Zora Božinová, Zdeněk Štěpánek, Ilja Prachař, Lubomír Černík, Josef Chvalina.