The Champion
Originally released in 1979. The Champion is a drama film. directed by Dušan Trančík. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jaroslav Tomsa, Jaroslav Pucher, and Dagmar Kováčiková
Synopsis
Tou former boxers meet in the ring again after years for a re-run of an old match. The old loser currently works as a factory executive and he is unwilling to reconcile with his old defeat. He challenges the old winner, whose job in a garage puts him on the opposite end ofthe career ladder. The match is a battle fought between two men who stand for two different attitudes to life. The confrontation results in the revelation that the winner is not always the one whose arm is raised by the referee after the last round.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 2, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
Language
SK
Original language
Country
Czechoslovakia
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- SK
Production Companies
- Slovenská filmová tvorba
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Champion about?
Tou former boxers meet in the ring again after years for a re-run of an old match. The old loser currently works as a factory executive and he is unwilling to reconcile with his old defeat. He chal...
Who directed The Champion?
The Champion was directed by Dušan Trančík.
How long is The Champion?
The Champion has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was The Champion released?
The Champion was released on March 2, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Champion?
The main cast of The Champion includes Jaroslav Tomsa, Jaroslav Pucher, Dagmar Kováčiková, Pavla Božíková, Gejza Maráky.