The Boxer and Death | TIFF

The Boxer and Death

(Bozer a smrt)
Peter Solan

Concentration camp commander Kraft finds out that prisoner Komínek is a former professional boxer. Overnight, the prisoner is made Kraft’s exercise partner and unwillingly rises to a privileged position at the camp. His feelings about his situation change following the death of his friend Venžlak. His anger leads to open revolt.

Festivals
San Francisco 1963

Awards
Special Jury Award - San Francisco 1963
 

Director 
Peter Solan
Cast 
Štefan Kvietik, Manfred Krug, Valentina Thielová
Country 
Czechoslovakia
Running time 
1h:42m
Section 
TIFF Edition 

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