Cast
View AllLajos Vértes
as Szilágyi fõhadnagy
Anna Tőkés
as Verjusa, Szuharov felesége
Gyula Csortos
as Szuharov tábornok
Ferenc Kiss
as Baklusin szárnysegéd
József Timár
as Bernát Gazsi hadnagy
József Juhász
as Kadosa Géza zászlós
Ilona Erdös
as Ivánova Alexandra, pincérnõ
Nusi Somogyi
as A Café Moszkva pénztárosnõje
Manyi Kiss
as
Andor Sárossy
as
Gerő Mály
as Orosz hadifogoly (as Mály Gerõ)
István Berend
as Orosz katona
Lajos Gárdonyi
as Izsák,a csempész
István Bársony
as Csajkás, katona
Gyula Szöreghy
as Orosz katona
Crew
Director
- Steve Sekely
Writer
- István Tamás
- Steve Sekely
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Cafe Moscow represents a fascinating example of Adventure/History cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on interpersonal relationships and emotional connections. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Steve Sekely brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1936, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Cafe Moscow took approximately 18 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 84 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 108 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1438 individual shots.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
- The musical score contains over 57 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 1936, when this film was released:
- Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
- The civil rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: February 13, 1936
- Runtime: 1h 24m