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Playing for Time

Playing for Time

When a Jewish songstress is plucked from the stage and sent to Auschwitz, she and other musicians find themselves assigned to a terrible task—using their talents to soothe fellow prisoners who are sentenced to die in the gas chambers.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Playing for Time
  • Genres: Drama, Music, History, TV Movie
  • Release Date: 1980-09-30
  • Runtime: 150 minutes
  • Rating: 6.9/10 (53 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Szygzy Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.5866
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Vanessa Redgrave

Vanessa Redgrave

as Fania Fenelon

Jane Alexander

Jane Alexander

as Alma Rose

Maud Adams

Maud Adams

as Mala

Christine Baranski

Christine Baranski

as Olga

Robin Bartlett

Robin Bartlett

as Etalina

Marisa Berenson

Marisa Berenson

as Elzvieta

Verna Bloom

Verna Bloom

as Paulette

Donna Haley

Donna Haley

as Katrina

Lenore Harris

Lenore Harris

as Charlotte

Mady Kaplan

Mady Kaplan

as Varya

Gallery

Movie scene

External Links

Keywords

concentration campworld war iiauschwitz-birkenau concentration camporchestrabased on memoir or autobiography

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Playing for Time?

Playing for Time is a Drama, Music, History, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1980-09-30.

Who are the main actors in Playing for Time?

The main cast includes Vanessa Redgrave, Jane Alexander, Maud Adams, Christine Baranski, Robin Bartlett, .

Where can I watch Playing for Time online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Playing for Time is available.

Is Playing for Time based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Playing for Time?

Playing for Time has an IMDb rating of 6.9/10 based on 53 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Playing for Time?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Playing for Time?

The soundtrack was composed by Szygzy Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Playing for Time filmed?

Playing for Time was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Playing for Time?

The total runtime of Playing for Time is 150 minutes.

Is Playing for Time suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Playing for Time?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Playing for Time.

Does Playing for Time have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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