The Guard
Hlídač
Synopsis
Even in 1970, films were made, prepared in previous years and expressing the poetics of that time. Ivan Renč created an almost protocol parable, deliberately set outside time and space, playing out a supremely model situation. In a somewhat rambling and not always convincing story, it tells the story of a young prison guard who dreams of living on a lonely lighthouse. He is ridiculous in his own way, with a distorted character, he hardly finds any satisfaction in his job, he cannot command the slightest respect from the prisoners - and the hero then takes out his excess pressure by abusing a defenseless dog. And one day there will be a short circuit meeting.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ivan Renč
- Screenplay & Story
- Ivan Renč
- Original Score
- Luboš Fišer
- Original Title
- Hlídač
- Country of Origin
- Czechoslovakia
- Spoken Languages
- Czech
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Filmové studio Barrandov
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ivan Renč
Ivan Renč, Bedřich Kubala
Luboš Fišer
Ivan Šlapeta
Miroslav Hájek
Ladislav Novotný
Department Leadership Roster
Milan Nejedlý
Production Design
Jaromír Gál
Costume Design
Ivan Šlapeta
Director of Photography
Ivan Renč
Screenplay
Ivan Renč
Director
Luboš Fišer
Original Music Composer
Miroslav Hájek
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Guard.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Guard
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Guard about?
Even in 1970, films were made, prepared in previous years and expressing the poetics of that time. Ivan Renč created an almost protocol parable, deliberately set outside time and space, playing out a supremely model situation. In a somewhat rambling and not always convincing story, it tells the story of a young prison guard who dreams of living on a lonely lighthouse. He is ridiculous in his own way, with a distorted character, he hardly finds any satisfaction in his job, he cannot command the slightest respect from the prisoners - and the hero then takes out his excess pressure by abusing a defenseless dog. And one day there will be a short circuit meeting.
Who directed The Guard?
The Guard was directed by Ivan Renč.
Who stars in The Guard?
The principal cast of The Guard includes Jiří Hrzán, Věra Tichánková, Karel Mareš, Helene Verschuur, Miloš Willig.
When was The Guard released and how long is it?
The Guard was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for The Guard?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Guard was composed by Luboš Fišer.