The Sheriff Behind Bars
Originally released in 1966. The Sheriff Behind Bars is a drama film. directed by Dimitrij Plichta.
Starring Otakar Prajzner, Jiří Sedlmayer, and Petr Svojtka
Synopsis
A dramatic story from the setting of a youth de tention center. Youngster Jakub, out of delusory solidarity, gets convicted of theft and goes to prison in place ofthe "sheriff" of his gang. He naively hopes that the sheriff will appreciate his gesture and leaves the stolen goods in a safe hideaway to later divide them fairly among the gang members. This conviction gives Jakub the strength to endure the unbearable conditions in the center. But reality is often much harsher than naive ideals and hollow relations in the gang.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 4, 1966
59 years ago
Runtime
1h 34m
94 minutes total
User Rating
4.0/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
SK
Original language
Country
Czechoslovakia
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- SK
Production Companies
- Štúdio hraných filmov Bratislava
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sheriff Behind Bars about?
A dramatic story from the setting of a youth de tention center. Youngster Jakub, out of delusory solidarity, gets convicted of theft and goes to prison in place ofthe "sheriff" of his gang. He naiv...
Who directed The Sheriff Behind Bars?
The Sheriff Behind Bars was directed by Dimitrij Plichta.
How long is The Sheriff Behind Bars?
The Sheriff Behind Bars has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).
When was The Sheriff Behind Bars released?
The Sheriff Behind Bars was released on March 4, 1966 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sheriff Behind Bars?
The main cast of The Sheriff Behind Bars includes Otakar Prajzner, Jiří Sedlmayer, Petr Svojtka, Viliam Polónyi, Štefan Kapičák.