
Nine Circles of Hell
Devět kruhů pekla
Synopsis
As the Khmer Rouge carves a path of death throughout the land, a Czech doctor falls in love with a Cambodian woman. Their relationship, though sorely strained by the war's horrors, produces a child. The doctor is separated from his family once Pol Pot assumes control.
Top Cast
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Khema Sun
Milan Kňažko
Tomáš David
Heng Chanrith
Rath Thong
Ban Thavy
Thyda
Nov Channary
Chivan
Khuon Chhum
Pon
Jiří Samek
Chief Doctor Samek
Jiří Schmitzer
Dalibor Hrádek
Jan Schmid
Kubeš
Milan Lasica
Kalivoda
Bronislav Poloczek
Emil
Radka Stupková
Dana
Saom Dorin
Capt. Kim
Chan Thy
Khema's Mother
Oum Phân
Khema's Father
Květa Fialová
Tomáš's Mother
Jan Pohan
Tomáš's Father
Duong Ratsovanna
Rany
Release History & Theatrical Window
Prague, Sevastopol cinema
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Milan Muchna
- Screenplay & Story
- Milan Muchna
- Original Score
- Michal Pavlíček, Michael Kocáb
- Original Title
- Devět kruhů pekla
- Country of Origin
- Czechoslovakia, Cambodia
- Spoken Languages
- Khmer, Czech
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Filmové studio Barrandov, Ministry of Culture & Fine Arts of The Kingdom of Cambodia
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Milan Muchna
Milan Muchna, Josef Císař
Michal Pavlíček, Michael Kocáb
Petr Hojda
Dalibor Lipský
Department Leadership Roster
Petr Hojda
Director of Photography
Dalibor Lipský
Editor
Michal Pavlíček
Original Music Composer
Michael Kocáb
Original Music Composer
Kong Kanthara
Production Design
Milan Muchna
Director
Milan Muchna
Screenplay
Miloš Červinka
Production Design
Jan Kropáček
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nine Circles of Hell
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Nine Circles of Hell about?
As the Khmer Rouge carves a path of death throughout the land, a Czech doctor falls in love with a Cambodian woman. Their relationship, though sorely strained by the war's horrors, produces a child. The doctor is separated from his family once Pol Pot assumes control.
Who directed Nine Circles of Hell?
Nine Circles of Hell was directed by Milan Muchna.
Who stars in Nine Circles of Hell?
The principal cast of Nine Circles of Hell includes Oum Sovanny, Milan Kňažko, Heng Chanrith, Ban Thavy, Nov Channary.
When was Nine Circles of Hell released and how long is it?
Nine Circles of Hell was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Nine Circles of Hell?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Nine Circles of Hell was composed by Michal Pavlíček, Michael Kocáb.




















