Movie Description

Jánošík

(1963)

Overview

This film is one of the most popular pictures of Slovak cinema and relates the story about the legendary folk hero and brigand Juro Jánošík [1688-1713] and the social situation in Slovakia of the late 17th and early 18th centuries. The first part talks about Jánošík's childhood, studies and return to his native village. In the second part Jánošík leaves for the hills, where he organizes his band of brigands and starts an anti-feudal resistance. The film concludes with Jánošík's execution.

Cast

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Facts

Original TitleJánošík

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1963-08-23

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 02h 50m

Production CompaniesŠtúdio hraných filmov Bratislava

Genres

  • History
  • Drama