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The Coward

April 13, 1962 1h 38m 6.8/10 (4 votes)

Originally released in 1962. The Coward is a drama/war film. directed by Jiří Weiss.

Starring Ladislav Chudík, Dana Smutná, and Dušan Blaškovič

Synopsis

In a remote Slovak village in the closing days of World War II, a schoolteacher and his young wife find a wounded Russian parachutist in their front yard just as the Germans are coming in to occupy their village. As his wife readily becomes involved with anti-Nazi partisans, the schoolteacher collaborates with the Germans in fear.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 13, 1962 63 years ago
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Runtime 1h 38m 98 minutes total
User Rating 6.8/10 Good (4 votes)
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Language CS Original language
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Country Czechoslovakia Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
CS

Production Companies

  • Filmové studio Barrandov

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Coward about?

In a remote Slovak village in the closing days of World War II, a schoolteacher and his young wife find a wounded Russian parachutist in their front yard just as the Germans are coming in to occupy...

Who directed The Coward?

The Coward was directed by Jiří Weiss.

How long is The Coward?

The Coward has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).

When was The Coward released?

The Coward was released on April 13, 1962 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Coward?

The main cast of The Coward includes Ladislav Chudík, Dana Smutná, Dušan Blaškovič, Emil Horváth st., František Dibarbora.