Escape from the Shadows
This exemplary "psychological drama" depicts the difficulties with which a new socialist mindset is born. Director Jiří Sequens warns against ill-advised marriages into the families of the defeated bourgeoisie, because the former royalty refuses to accept a man from a different social class. The heroes of this film will find out. The former owner of a pharmacy refuses to accept that his daughter has married a mere technical draughtsman. However, her father's hateful schemes cause the sensitive woman to attempt suicide.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Útěk ze stínu |
| Year | 1959 |
| Country | Czechoslovakia |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Jiří Sequens |
| Runtime | 97 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.0/10 (2 votes) |
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Escape from the Shadows is an acquired taste at 4.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.
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A classic from 1959. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
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🎭 Cast
František Smolík
pharmacist Kout
Ludmila Vendlová
saleswoman Marta -Kout's daughter
Stanislav Remunda
drawing by Jirka Kucer
Josef Bek
Karel Kadlec
Renata Olárová
pharmacist Vera
Milena Asmanová
actress Jirina
Jaroslava Adamová
Irena - Karl's secretary
Bohumil Smutný
Vostrý
Růžena Lysenková
Marie
Oldřich Vykypěl
Jozka
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