Divided We Fall
Originally released in 2000. Divided We Fall is a comedy/drama film. directed by Jan Hřebejk. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Bolek Polívka, Anna Šišková, and Csongor Kassai
Synopsis
In 1943, a childless couple, the Čížeks, decide to hide a Jewish refugee, David Wiener, the son of Čížek's former employer, in the secret pantry of their apartment. Čížek is aware of the danger into which he has brought his household and his neighbours, but he takes helping his fellow man in need for granted. But at the same time, as a largely unheroic hero, he is dying of fear. His personal situation is greatly complicated by the approaching end of the war, when he faces danger from both the Germans and his "honest" fellow Czechs...
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 15, 2000
25 years ago
Runtime
2h 0m
120 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (55 votes)
Language
CS
Original language
Country
Czech Republic
Production
Director
Top Cast
Bolek Polívka
as Josef Cízek
Anna Šišková
as Marie Cizková
Csongor Kassai
as David Wiener
Jaroslav Dušek
as Horst Prohaska
Martin Huba
as Dr. Albrecht Kepke
Jiří Pecha
as Frantisek Simácek
Simona Stašová
as Libuse Simácková
Jiří Kodet
as Dr. Fischer-Rybáf
Richard Tesařík
as Captain
Vladimír Marek
as SS Officer
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CS
Production Companies
- Total HelpArt T.H.A.
- Česká televize
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Divided We Fall about?
In 1943, a childless couple, the Čížeks, decide to hide a Jewish refugee, David Wiener, the son of Čížek's former employer, in the secret pantry of their apartment. Čížek is aware of the d...
Who directed Divided We Fall?
Divided We Fall was directed by Jan Hřebejk.
How long is Divided We Fall?
Divided We Fall has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
When was Divided We Fall released?
Divided We Fall was released on March 15, 2000 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Divided We Fall?
The main cast of Divided We Fall includes Bolek Polívka, Anna Šišková, Csongor Kassai, Jaroslav Dušek, Martin Huba.