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The Last Ferry

December 1, 1989 1h 28m 7.2/10 (5 votes)

Originally released in 1989. The Last Ferry is a drama/thriller film. directed by Waldemar Krzystek. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Krzysztof Kolberger, Agnieszka Kowalska, and Dorota Segda

Synopsis

One of the passengers on a ship carrying Poles on a cruise in December 1981 is a dissident high school teacher sent abroad by Solidarity. He is under surveillance of the secret police, anxious to get their hands on the info that he is carrying. When the ship is in the middle of the Baltic sea, martial law is declared and the ship is militarized. The captain announces he will turn and return the home port. Many anguished passengers put the life vests on and jump into the sea, where they are picked up by two German ships. The teacher, however, decides to return to Poland and continue the struggle for freedom.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 1, 1989 36 years ago
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Runtime 1h 28m 88 minutes total
User Rating 7.2/10 Great (5 votes)
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Language PL Original language
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Country Poland Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
PL

Production Companies

  • Studio Filmowe Zodiak
  • Wytwórnia Filmów Fabularnych w Łodzi
  • Wytwórnia Filmów Fabularnych we Wrocławiu

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Last Ferry about?

One of the passengers on a ship carrying Poles on a cruise in December 1981 is a dissident high school teacher sent abroad by Solidarity. He is under surveillance of the secret police, anxious to ...

Who directed The Last Ferry?

The Last Ferry was directed by Waldemar Krzystek.

How long is The Last Ferry?

The Last Ferry has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).

When was The Last Ferry released?

The Last Ferry was released on December 1, 1989 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Last Ferry?

The main cast of The Last Ferry includes Krzysztof Kolberger, Agnieszka Kowalska, Dorota Segda, Ewa Wencel, Artur Barciś.