The Survivor
Supraviețuitorul
Synopsis
After WWII Comisarul Moldovan spent years as a political prisoner of the communist regime. The favorite entertainment of the Russian Colonel in charge of the prison was to have the inmates play Russian Roulette. Only his unbelievable luck and survivor spirit helped Moldovan live through his detention. Out of the prison the ex-policeman joins an international Russian Roulette illegal gaming circuit. In late 70's faith brings him to a Central European town where Goldberg, an old acquaintance of his is organizing an "improved" version of the game where two opponents are shooting each other. Step by step Moldovan meets lots of familiar faces, both friends and enemies. It looks like the whole Bucharest's underworld from the 40's chose to meet here.
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Top Cast
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Sergiu Nicolaescu
Comisarul Moldovan
Jean Constantin
Limba
Loredana Groza
Lorry
Ileana Lazariuc
Zarada
Mihai Bendeac
Poker
Ion Dichiseanu
Colonelul
Vladimir Găitan
Goldberg
Simona Pătruleasa
Miss Monde
Cristian Iacob
Sofer taxi
Lucian Viziru
Cristian Vasile tanar
Cristina Rus
Amanta lui Goldberg
George Mihăiță
Haral
George Alexandru
Uri
Ion Rițiu
Cristian Vasile
Sorin Hroni-Godi
Arbitrul
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 6, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sergiu Nicolaescu, Adina Mutar
- Screenplay & Story
- Sergiu Nicolaescu
- Original Title
- Supraviețuitorul
- Country of Origin
- Romania
- Spoken Languages
- English, Romanian, French
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Production Studios
- MediaPro Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sergiu Nicolaescu, Adina Mutar
Sergiu Nicolaescu
Andrei Boncea, Iuliana Tarnovețchi
Department Leadership Roster
Sergiu Nicolaescu
Director
Adina Mutar
Director
Andrei Boncea
Producer
Iuliana Tarnovețchi
Producer
Sergiu Nicolaescu
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Survivor
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What is The Survivor about?
After WWII Comisarul Moldovan spent years as a political prisoner of the communist regime. The favorite entertainment of the Russian Colonel in charge of the prison was to have the inmates play Russian Roulette. Only his unbelievable luck and survivor spirit helped Moldovan live through his detention. Out of the prison the ex-policeman joins an international Russian Roulette illegal gaming circuit. In late 70's faith brings him to a Central European town where Goldberg, an old acquaintance of his is organizing an "improved" version of the game where two opponents are shooting each other. Step by step Moldovan meets lots of familiar faces, both friends and enemies. It looks like the whole Bucharest's underworld from the 40's chose to meet here.
Who directed The Survivor?
The Survivor was directed by Sergiu Nicolaescu, Adina Mutar.
Who stars in The Survivor?
The principal cast of The Survivor includes Sergiu Nicolaescu, Jean Constantin, Loredana Groza, Ileana Lazariuc, Mihai Bendeac.
When was The Survivor released and how long is it?
The Survivor was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 57m.