The Portrait
People are afraid of the usurer Chazaj and are convinced that he is the bearer of evil. One day Chazaj pays a visit to the poor artist Simon Jordán and asks him to paint his portrait. Simon agrees but as he progresses with the work his mind conjures up terrible thoughts and in the end he commits suicide. The portrait looks lifelike and Chazaj is content with the results. After Chazaj's death the picture changes hands and brings misfortune to all who own it. The last victim is the young painter Roman who buys Chazaj's portrait in a bazaar. He finds a treasure in the frame and begins to live well off it. The comfortable life suits him so well that he rejects his original artistic aims and becomes a painter of fashionable kitsch.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Podobizna
- Genres: Fantasy
- Release Date: 1948-01-09
- Runtime: 87 minutes
- Rating: 6.5/10 (2 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Československá filmová společnost
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.5157
- Languages: Czech
Cast & Crew
Otomar Krejča
as Simon Jordán / Stepán Jordán
Luba Skořepová
as Martina Jordánová
Vladimír Šmeral
as Painter Roman
Ladislav Kulhánek
as Professor Mikulás
Karel Dostal
as Extortioner Chazaj
Rudolf Deyl
as Jáchym
Felix le Breux
as Marcel Bernard
Růžena Šlemrová
as Mrs. Viktorová
Ludmila Píchová
as Líza Viktorová
Emil Bolek
as Bussinesman Viktor
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Portrait?▼
The Portrait is a Fantasy movie directed by . It was released on 1948-01-09.
Who are the main actors in The Portrait?▼
The main cast includes Otomar Krejča, Luba Skořepová, Vladimír Šmeral, Ladislav Kulhánek, Karel Dostal, .
Where can I watch The Portrait online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Portrait is available.
Is The Portrait based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Portrait?▼
The Portrait has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 2 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Portrait?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Portrait?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Československá filmová společnost. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Portrait filmed?▼
The Portrait was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Portrait?▼
The total runtime of The Portrait is 87 minutes.
Is The Portrait suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Portrait?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Portrait.
Does The Portrait have a post-credit scene?▼
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