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Melodramatic story of an innocent country girl (Ita Rina) who struggles to make a living in the city as a prostitute. As she provides last service to a murderer sentenced to death (Josef Rovenský), society condemns her and leads her to despair. This groundbreaking film directed by Karel Anton was made in 1930 as the first Czech feature movie with post-synchronised soundtrack, recorded in France. International star cast, sensitive adaptation of Egon Erwin Kisch’s short story and innovative combination of silent and sound film features make this movie an artwork of European significance.
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based on short story
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Questions about Tonka of the Gallows
How long is Tonka of the Gallows?
Tonka of the Gallows has a runtime of 1h 25m (1 hour and 25 minutes).
Who directed Tonka of the Gallows?
Tonka of the Gallows was directed by Karl Anton and released in 1930.
What genre is Tonka of the Gallows?
Tonka of the Gallows is a Drama film (1930).
Who stars in Tonka of the Gallows?
The cast of Tonka of the Gallows includes Ita Rina, Vera Baranovskaya, Josef Rovenský, Theodor Pištěk, Antonie Nedošinská.
What is the TMDB rating for Tonka of the Gallows?
Tonka of the Gallows has a TMDB rating of 6.7/10 based on 12 votes.
