Soldier of Victory

Soldier of Victory

1953 · 218 min · ★ 10.0 · Drama, War

Two-part biopic about General Karol Świerczewski, living embodiment of the party line, and the group of party members from his hometown fighting the fascist forces towards the socialist state of affairs.

Directed by Wanda Jakubowska · Written by Jerzy Borejsza

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