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Man on the Tracks (1957)

Movie ★ 6.9 81 min

One night in 1950 a passenger train runs over a man, who turns out to be the veteran train engineer Władysław Orzechowski, know for his old ways and stern demeanor. As the inquiry panel tries to deduce why would a man like Orzechowski jump in front of a moving train several of the people involved in the case are interrogated, each telling their own version of the story. Can the panel arrive at the truth in a world where workers unite, inferior coal is a badge of honor, and the old order is suspect?

Andrzej Munk Director Andrzej Munk Writer

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Released
January 17, 1957
Runtime
81 min
IMDb
tt0050282
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Frequently asked questions

What is Man on the Tracks about?
One night in 1950 a passenger train runs over a man, who turns out to be the veteran train engineer Władysław Orzechowski, know for his old ways and stern demeanor. As the inquiry panel tries to deduce why would a man like Orzechowski jump in front of a moving train several of the people involved in the case are interrogated, each telling their own version of the story. Can the panel arrive at the truth in a world where workers unite, inferior coal is a badge of honor, and the old order is suspect?
Who directed Man on the Tracks?
Man on the Tracks was directed by Andrzej Munk.
Who stars in Man on the Tracks?
Man on the Tracks stars Kazimierz Opaliński, Zygmunt Maciejewski, Zygmunt Zintel, Zygmunt Listkiewicz.
When was Man on the Tracks released?
Man on the Tracks is a 1957 drama, mystery film.
Where can I watch Man on the Tracks?
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