Jacob
Iacob
Synopsis
Jacob (Dorel Visan) is a gold miner who risks his life daily to support his wife, mother-in-law, and four children in this socio-political drama. Under the rule of an oppressive monarchy backed by military force, the miners often resort to stealing gold to compensate for their meager wages. Workers are subjected to strip searches and are forced to take laxatives by the often brutal guards and inspectors as they look for stolen gold, and Jacob raises his vocal objections over the treatment of his fellow workers.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 3, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mircea Daneliuc
- Screenplay & Story
- Mircea Daneliuc
- Original Score
- Anatol Vieru
- Original Title
- Iacob
- Country of Origin
- Romania
- Spoken Languages
- Romanian
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Production Studios
- România Film, Artexim, Casa de Filme Cinci, Studioul Cinematografic București
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mircea Daneliuc
Mircea Daneliuc
Anatol Vieru
Maria Neagu
Department Leadership Roster
Mircea Daneliuc
Director
Mircea Daneliuc
Writer
Magdalena Mărășescu
Production Design
Svetlana Mihăilescu
Costume Design
Maria Neagu
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jacob
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Jacob about?
Jacob (Dorel Visan) is a gold miner who risks his life daily to support his wife, mother-in-law, and four children in this socio-political drama. Under the rule of an oppressive monarchy backed by military force, the miners often resort to stealing gold to compensate for their meager wages. Workers are subjected to strip searches and are forced to take laxatives by the often brutal guards and inspectors as they look for stolen gold, and Jacob raises his vocal objections over the treatment of his fellow workers.
Who directed Jacob?
Jacob was directed by Mircea Daneliuc.
Who stars in Jacob?
The principal cast of Jacob includes Dorel Vișan, Ion Besoiu, Florin Zamfirescu, Cecilia Bârbora, Maria Seleș.
When was Jacob released and how long is it?
Jacob was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 57m.
Who composed the musical score for Jacob?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Jacob was composed by Anatol Vieru.