Oratorio for Prague
Synopsis
A unique document of the 1968 Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia, what began as a documentary about the liberalization of Czechoslovakia evolved into a record of the entry of Russian tanks into Prague.
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Alexander Dubček
Self (archive footage)
Ludvík Svoboda
Self (archive footage)
Josef Smrkovský
Self (archive footage)
Oldřich Černík
Self (archive footage)
Čestmír Císař
Self (archive footage)
Zdeněk Mlynář
Self (archive footage)
Nicolae Ceaușescu
Self (archive footage)
Alexei Kosygin
Self (archive footage)
Jan Němec
Self
Gene Moskowitz
Commentary (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
New York, Philharmonic Hall
Festival / Special Debut
September 29, 1968
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jan Němec
- Original Score
- Ladislav Štaidl
- Original Title
- Oratorio for Prague
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 29m
- Production Studios
- Gulfilms Houston
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jan Němec
Ladislav Štaidl
Rudolf Slezák, Vladimír Vízner, Stanislav Szomolányi
Miles Glaser, Jean-Pierre Rassam, Claude Berri
Department Leadership Roster
Rudolf Slezák
Director of Photography
Miles Glaser
Producer
Jean-Pierre Rassam
Producer
Vladimír Vízner
Director of Photography
Claude Berri
Producer
Stanislav Szomolányi
Director of Photography
Ladislav Štaidl
Original Music Composer
Jan Němec
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Oratorio for Prague.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Oratorio for Prague
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Oratorio for Prague about?
A unique document of the 1968 Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia, what began as a documentary about the liberalization of Czechoslovakia evolved into a record of the entry of Russian tanks into Prague.
Who directed Oratorio for Prague?
Oratorio for Prague was directed by Jan Němec.
Who stars in Oratorio for Prague?
The principal cast of Oratorio for Prague includes Alexander Dubček, Ludvík Svoboda, Josef Smrkovský, Oldřich Černík, Čestmír Císař.
When was Oratorio for Prague released and how long is it?
Oratorio for Prague was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Oratorio for Prague?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Oratorio for Prague was composed by Ladislav Štaidl.