The Pipes
Originally released in 1966. The Pipes is a comedy film. directed by Vojtěch Jasný. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Walter Giller, Gitte Hænning, and Juraj Herz
Synopsis
This three-part Austrian/Czech comedy stretches the boundaries of what is considered to be humorous. Part one finds a silent film actor upset because of a rival actor's attention to the former's wife. When he kills his rival, it is only when he is strapped to the electric chair that he realizes that this is his last live scene. The second episode has the wife of an elderly British nobleman having an affair with the young gamekeeper of their estate. Part three finds a peasant woman taking a lover when her husband goes off to fight the war.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 30, 1966
59 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
CS
Original language
Country
Austria
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CS
Production Companies
- Filmové studio Barrandov
- Constantin Film Wien
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Pipes about?
This three-part Austrian/Czech comedy stretches the boundaries of what is considered to be humorous. Part one finds a silent film actor upset because of a rival actor's attention to the former's wi...
Who directed The Pipes?
The Pipes was directed by Vojtěch Jasný.
How long is The Pipes?
The Pipes has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was The Pipes released?
The Pipes was released on August 30, 1966 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Pipes?
The main cast of The Pipes includes Walter Giller, Gitte Hænning, Juraj Herz, Václav Lohniský, Jaroslav Štercl.