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77% Critic Match
Kanal
“The Claustrophobic Nightmare of War”
7.7 / 10• 1957• 1h 36m•NR• Polish
WarDrama
Storyline
In the last few days of the Warsaw Uprising during World War II, a modest group of Resistance members remains. The band must take refuge in the sewers under the orders of leader Zadra, but it's only a matter of time before they will have to emerge. However, when they try, they are met only with intense hostility from the Nazis. Despite their attempts stay resolute through immense mental strain, it becomes increasingly apparent that they may be doomed.
Cast & Crew
Teresa Iżewska
"Daisy"
Lead
Tadeusz Janczar
Ensign "Korab"
Wieńczysław Gliński
Lieutenant "Zadra"
Tadeusz Gwiazdowski
Sergeant "Kula"
Stanisław Mikulski
"Smukły"
Emil Karewicz
Lieutenant "Mądry"
Vladek Sheybal
Michał
TB
Teresa Berezowska
Halinka
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Andrzej Wajda's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Kanal is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
