Big Shar
Originally released in 1983. Big Shar is a drama film. directed by Sylwester Chęciński.
Starring Jan Nowicki, Andrzej Pieczyński, and Dorota Pomykała
Synopsis
Released from prison after five years, con-artist Szu is sent packing by his young wife; he heads for the town of Lutyn where he runs a con and attracts the interest of Jurek, a young cab driver who imagines himself a great grifter. Szu ("Sharp") teaches Jurek a few tricks enabling the young man to win some money in Wroclaw, then Sharp departs with Jola, a prostitute who offers him a mark. How that plays out, Jurek's determination to win big, Sharp's cold calculations, and the wages of sin await.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 16, 1983
42 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (24 votes)
Language
PL
Original language
Country
Poland
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jan Nowicki
as 'Wielki Szu'
Andrzej Pieczyński
as Taksówkarz Jurek
Dorota Pomykała
as Prostytutka Jola
Leon Niemczyk
as Stefan Mikun
Grażyna Szapołowska
as Żona "Wielkiego Szu"
Karol Strasburger
as Karciarz Denel
Teresa Sawicka
as Recepcjonistka Halinka
Jan Frycz
as Jarek
Grażyna Trela
as Dorota, żona Jarka
Jerzy Bończak
as "Lipo"
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PL
Production Companies
- Zespół Filmowy Kadr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Shar about?
Released from prison after five years, con-artist Szu is sent packing by his young wife; he heads for the town of Lutyn where he runs a con and attracts the interest of Jurek, a young cab driver wh...
Who directed Big Shar?
Big Shar was directed by Sylwester Chęciński.
How long is Big Shar?
Big Shar has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Big Shar released?
Big Shar was released on May 16, 1983 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Big Shar?
The main cast of Big Shar includes Jan Nowicki, Andrzej Pieczyński, Dorota Pomykała, Leon Niemczyk, Grażyna Szapołowska.