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The Resistance Fighter

Original title: Kurier / The Messenger

“Every man fights his own war.”

2019 · 1 h 54 min
Directed by Władysław Pasikowski · Poland · Polish Cinema
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Cast

Philippe Tlokinski Julie Engelbrecht Bradley James Martin Butzke Nico Rogner Patrycja Volny

Credits

Written by: Wladyslaw Pasikowski

Plot

Based on the true story of Jan Nowak-Jezioranski, who served as a courier between the commanders of the Polish Home Army and the Polish Government in Exile in London. He must return quickly to Warsaw to transmit orders from the Polish PM to the Home Army's commander-in-chief before the start of the Warsaw uprising.

Sinekatalog’s take

The Resistance Fighter (2019) is a Polish historical drama directed by Władysław Pasikowski. It stars Philippe Tlokinski, Julie Engelbrecht and Bradley James. It runs 114 minutes. It is listed here for its festival and awards record.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.

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Ratings

IMDb: 5.9 / 10 (2,007 votes)
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