Man on the Tracks
Originally released in 1957. Man on the Tracks is a drama/mystery film. directed by Andrzej Munk. At just 81 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Kazimierz Opaliński, Zygmunt Maciejewski, and Zygmunt Zintel
Synopsis
One night in 1950 a passenger train runs over a man, who turns out to be the veteran train engineer Władysław Orzechowski, knows for his old ways and stern demeanor. As the inquiry panel tries to deduce why would a man like Orzechowski jump in front of a moving train several of the people involved in the case are interrogated, each telling their own version of the story. Can the panel arrive at the truth in a world where workers unite, inferior coal is a badge of honor, and the old order is suspect?
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 17, 1957
69 years ago
Runtime
1h 21m
81 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (21 votes)
Language
PL
Original language
Country
Poland
Production
Director
Top Cast
Kazimierz Opaliński
as Władysław Orzechowski
Zygmunt Maciejewski
as Tuszka
Zygmunt Zintel
as Witold Sałata
Zygmunt Listkiewicz
as Stanisław Zapora
Roman Kłosowski
as Marek Nowak
Kazimierz Fabisiak
as Konarski
Ludosław Kozłowski
as Karaś
Janusz Bylczyński
as Warda
Stanisław Marecki
as Party Secretary
Józef Para
as Railwayman
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PL
Production Companies
- Zespół Filmowy Kadr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Man on the Tracks about?
One night in 1950 a passenger train runs over a man, who turns out to be the veteran train engineer Władysław Orzechowski, knows for his old ways and stern demeanor. As the inquiry panel tries to...
Who directed Man on the Tracks?
Man on the Tracks was directed by Andrzej Munk.
How long is Man on the Tracks?
Man on the Tracks has a runtime of 1 hours and 21 minutes (81 minutes total).
When was Man on the Tracks released?
Man on the Tracks was released on January 17, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Man on the Tracks?
The main cast of Man on the Tracks includes Kazimierz Opaliński, Zygmunt Maciejewski, Zygmunt Zintel, Zygmunt Listkiewicz, Roman Kłosowski.