The Hero Is Afraid
Originally released in 1966. The Hero Is Afraid is a comedy film. directed by František Filip. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Rudolf Hrušínský, Ladislav Pešek, and Jiří Sovák
Synopsis
Honza Vavrinec (Rudolf Hrusínský) works in the investment department of a large office. One day he gets involved in the case of an unjustly convicted worker who mistakenly considers him a parliamentary deputy. Honza as a "deputy" interferes in the case and helps the worker. Encouraged by the success and possibly also out of love for the beautiful secretary Svatava (Blanka Bohdanová), the then shy and fearful Honza stands up for the chief of the department, Hofmánek (Ladislav Pesek), who has been removed from his position.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 24, 1966
59 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
Language
CS
Original language
Country
Czechoslovakia
Production
Director
Top Cast
Rudolf Hrušínský
as úředník investičního odboru Honza Vavřinec
Ladislav Pešek
as vedoucí Hofmánek
Jiří Sovák
as úředník Zdeněk, Honzův přítel
Rudolf Deyl
as úředník Bedřich zvaný Béďa
Ilja Prachař
as náměstek ředitele
Blanka Bohdanová
as Svatava, sekretářka plánovacího odboru
Vladimír Šmeral
as vysoký zmocněnec
Marie Glázrová
as Hofmánkova žena
Jaroslav Moučka
as František Velda, stavěč jeřábů
Alena Procházková
as mladá úřednice
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CS
Production Companies
- Filmové studio Barrandov
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Hero Is Afraid about?
Honza Vavrinec (Rudolf Hrusínský) works in the investment department of a large office. One day he gets involved in the case of an unjustly convicted worker who mistakenly considers him a parliam...
Who directed The Hero Is Afraid?
The Hero Is Afraid was directed by František Filip.
How long is The Hero Is Afraid?
The Hero Is Afraid has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was The Hero Is Afraid released?
The Hero Is Afraid was released on June 24, 1966 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Hero Is Afraid?
The main cast of The Hero Is Afraid includes Rudolf Hrušínský, Ladislav Pešek, Jiří Sovák, Rudolf Deyl, Ilja Prachař.