Against the Odds
Synopsis
Against The Odds describes different forms of resistance that existed in the German concentration camps like: smuggling of medicines, sabotage in weapons factories (especially the large effect it had on the German secret weapons programs), preparations for rebellions and escapes, and the mission of Capt. Pilecki, a Polish officer who purposefully got himself sent to Auschwitz in order to set up an underground organization in that Camp.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2004
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jedrzej Jonasz
- Screenplay & Story
- Maciej Jonasz
- Original Title
- Against the Odds
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English, Polish
- Runtime
- 44m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jedrzej Jonasz
Maciej Jonasz
Maciej Jonasz
Department Leadership Roster
Maciej Jonasz
Producer
Jedrzej Jonasz
Director
Maciej Jonasz
Writer
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What is Against the Odds about?
Against The Odds describes different forms of resistance that existed in the German concentration camps like: smuggling of medicines, sabotage in weapons factories (especially the large effect it had on the German secret weapons programs), preparations for rebellions and escapes, and the mission of Capt. Pilecki, a Polish officer who purposefully got himself sent to Auschwitz in order to set up an underground organization in that Camp.
Who directed Against the Odds?
Against the Odds was directed by Jedrzej Jonasz.
Who stars in Against the Odds?
The principal cast of Against the Odds includes Jeff Teravainen.
When was Against the Odds released and how long is it?
Against the Odds was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 44m.