On the Move
On the Move

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On the Move

1979
Movie
111 min
Hungarian

Barbara is a forty-year-old woman of Polish origin living in Budapest. She is a biologist, a wife and a mother. The death of her woman friend opens her eyes to the fact that she is lonely, unable to find her place.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Robert EnricoGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

Set during the final days of World War II, the film follows a group of French Resistance fighters as they embark on a perilous mission to deliver crucial documents to Allied forces. Facing internal conflicts and the constant threat of Nazi discovery, their journey tests their loyalties and their resolve.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception. Critics often praised its tense atmosphere and solid performances, though some found the narrative pacing uneven at times. Audiences generally appreciated its portrayal of wartime heroism and sacrifice.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful wartime drama and the portrayal of resistance efforts.

  • Noted for strong performances, particularly from the lead actors.

  • Some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable in places.

Google audience: Audience reviews are limited, but those available often commend the film's historical setting and its depiction of courage under duress, with some finding it a compelling, albeit somewhat conventional, war film.

Fun Fact

Director Robert Enrico was known for his work in short films before directing 'On the Move', having previously won an Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film for 'La Rivière du Hibou' (The Owl's Disc) in 1961.

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