Movie Description

Hráč

(1972)

Overview

This lavish Soviet/Czech co-production is based on Fyodor Dostoyevsky's famous novel, The Gambler, which tells the story of a Russian living in Germany, in a gambling resort. This film is set at the turn of the century, and was filmed in Karlovy Vary (Carlsbad), Czechoslovakia. Played by Nikolai Burlyayev, the gambler succumbs completely to his addiction, using up every resource he has (human, spiritual and financial) in his wagering, finally becoming a rootless drifter.

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Original TitleHráč

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1972-11-17

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 39m

Production CompaniesFilmové studio Barrandov,Lenfilm

Genres

  • Drama