In a Claws of a Black Cancer
Melnā vēža spīlēs
Synopsis
The action takes place in Kurzeme in the 17th century. The Duke of Courland, the King of Poland and the German barons want power over the Latvian people. Farmers are the biggest victims of this power struggle.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Riga, Latvian SSR, USSR
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Aleksandrs Leimanis
- Screenplay & Story
- Jānis Anerauds, Aleksandrs Leimanis
- Original Score
- Raimonds Pauls
- Original Title
- Melnā vēža spīlēs
- Country of Origin
- Soviet Union
- Spoken Languages
- Latvian
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- Rīgas kinostudija
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Aleksandrs Leimanis
Jānis Anerauds, Aleksandrs Leimanis
Raimonds Pauls
Mārtiņš Kleins
Elza Preisa
Department Leadership Roster
Aleksandrs Leimanis
Director
Jānis Anerauds
Writer
Elza Preisa
Editor
Mārtiņš Kleins
Director of Photography
Aleksandrs Leimanis
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About In a Claws of a Black Cancer
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is In a Claws of a Black Cancer about?
The action takes place in Kurzeme in the 17th century. The Duke of Courland, the King of Poland and the German barons want power over the Latvian people. Farmers are the biggest victims of this power struggle.
Who directed In a Claws of a Black Cancer?
In a Claws of a Black Cancer was directed by Aleksandrs Leimanis.
Who stars in In a Claws of a Black Cancer?
The principal cast of In a Claws of a Black Cancer includes Uldis Dumpis, Lilita Ozoliņa, Uldis Vazdiks, Gunārs Cilinskis, Baiba Indriksone.
When was In a Claws of a Black Cancer released and how long is it?
In a Claws of a Black Cancer was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
Who composed the musical score for In a Claws of a Black Cancer?
The original motion picture soundtrack for In a Claws of a Black Cancer was composed by Raimonds Pauls.