The Strike

In late 19th century Czech-speaking Bohemia, oppressed workers at German-owned mines and foundries revolt against their harsh working conditions. Made shortly after World War II as Czechoslovakia was falling to communism, the film resonates in Czech resentment of the German occupation.

Director: Karel Steklý

Cast: Ladislav Boháč, Marie Vášová, Oleg Reif, Naděžda Gajerová, Pavla Suchá, Josef Bek, Bedřich Karen, Bohumil Machník

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