Red Assault
Red Assault

Red Assault

1987Movie58 minJapanese

A wife is frightened by the sound of the phone ringing, and her worried husband uses hypnosis to try to understand the cause of her fear. Eventually, the presence of a man behind the phone emerges. This brings despair and an unprecedented excitement to the husband. What is the true nature of his wife's lewd and sad nature?

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Karel KachyňaGenres: War, Drama

Plot Summary

During the final days of World War II, a group of Czech partisans faces betrayal and overwhelming odds as they attempt to sabotage a German military train. The film focuses on the moral complexities and brutal realities of guerrilla warfare, highlighting the sacrifices made by ordinary people in the fight for freedom. Amidst the chaos and violence, personal relationships are tested, and the true cost of resistance becomes devastatingly clear.

Critical Reception

Red Assault is a powerful and unflinching depiction of wartime resistance, praised for its realistic portrayal of conflict and strong performances. Critics noted its gritty atmosphere and the film's ability to convey the psychological toll of war on its characters. While it received acclaim for its historical context and dramatic intensity, some found its narrative bleak.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stark and realistic portrayal of partisan warfare.
  • Acclaimed for strong performances, particularly Luděk Munzar's.
  • Noted for its grim and intense depiction of the final days of WWII.

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Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Foreign Language Film.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Czechoslovakia, using authentic wartime settings to enhance its realism.

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