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Death as a Slice of Bread

1994 · 116 min Drama History
7.5 / 10 · TMDB

Katowice, the night of December 12-13, 1981. Military units occupy strategic points in the city. A group of Zomovniks, smashing union security, drags the chairman of the Company Commission of the NSZZ Solidarity in the Wujek mine out of his apartment. The news quickly spreads to the miners. Initially surprised, they soon react with spontaneous protest. On December 14, a strike breaks out at the plant. The miners demand the lifting of martial law and the release of the chairman. When negotiations fail, the army, ZOMO and militia storm the mine.

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Original Title Śmierć jak kromka chleba
Year 1994
Country Poland
Genre Drama, History
Director Kazimierz Kutz
Runtime 116 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.5/10 (11 votes)

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Death as a Slice of Bread is a very strong film rated 7.5/10. Great direction and performances make this one well worth adding to your watchlist.

A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.

A classic from 1994. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.

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