Kanal (1961)

  • NR
  • 05/09/1961 (US)
  • War, Drama
  • 1h 36m

The Claustrophobic Nightmare of War

Overview

During the last few days of the Warsaw Uprising following World War II, a modest group of Resistance members remains. The band must take refuge in the sewers under the orders of leader Zadra, but it's only a matter of time before they will have to emerge. However, when they try, they are met only with intense hostility from the Nazis. Despite their attempts stay resolute through immense mental strain, it becomes increasingly apparent that they may be doomed.

Andrzej Wajda

Director

Jerzy Stefan Stawiński

Screenplay

Cast

Teresa Iżewska's headshot

Teresa Iżewska

"Daisy"
Tadeusz Janczar's headshot

Tadeusz Janczar

Cadet Officer "Korab"
Wieńczysław Gliński's headshot

Wieńczysław Gliński

Lieutenant "Zadra"
Tadeusz Gwiazdowski's headshot

Tadeusz Gwiazdowski

Sergeant "Kula"
Stanisław Mikulski's headshot

Stanisław Mikulski

"Smukły"
Emil Karewicz's headshot

Emil Karewicz

Lieutenant "Mądry"
Vladek Sheybal's headshot

Vladek Sheybal

Michał (as Władysław Sheybal)
Teresa Berezowska's headshot

Teresa Berezowska

Halinka

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