The Shop on Main Street
Originally released in 1965. The Shop on Main Street is a drama/war film. directed by Ján Kadár. With a runtime of 2h 8m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Ida Kamińska, Jozef Kroner, and František Zvarík
Synopsis
In a small town in Nazi-occupied Slovakia during World War II, decent but timid carpenter Tono is named "Aryan comptroller" of a button store owned by an old Jewish widow, Rozalie. Since the post comes with a salary and standing in the town's corrupt hierarchy, Tono wrestles with greed and guilt as he and Rozalie gradually befriend each other. When the authorities order all Jews in town to be rounded up, Tono faces a moral dilemma unlike any he's known before.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 24, 1965
60 years ago
Runtime
2h 8m
128 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (220 votes)
Box Office
$1.5M
Worldwide gross
Language
SK
Original language
Country
Czechoslovakia
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Ida Kamińska
as Rozalia Lautmannová
Jozef Kroner
as Antonin 'Tono' Brtko
František Zvarík
as Markus Kolkocký
Hana Slivková
as Evelyna Brtková
Martin Hollý
as Imro Kuchár
Elena Zvaríková-Pappová
as Ruzena Kolkocká
Martin Gregor
as Jozef Katz
Adam Matejka
as Piti Báci
Mikuláš Ladižinský
as Marian Peter
Alojz Kramár
as Balko
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- SK
- Revenue
- $1,450,000
Production Companies
- Filmové studio Barrandov
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Shop on Main Street about?
In a small town in Nazi-occupied Slovakia during World War II, decent but timid carpenter Tono is named "Aryan comptroller" of a button store owned by an old Jewish widow, Rozalie. Since the post c...
Who directed The Shop on Main Street?
The Shop on Main Street was directed by Ján Kadár.
How long is The Shop on Main Street?
The Shop on Main Street has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes total).
When was The Shop on Main Street released?
The Shop on Main Street was released on June 24, 1965 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Shop on Main Street?
The main cast of The Shop on Main Street includes Ida Kamińska, Jozef Kroner, František Zvarík, Hana Slivková, Martin Hollý.
Is The Shop on Main Street worth watching?
The Shop on Main Street has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 220 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.