Transport from Paradise

Czechoslovakian Zbynek Brynych directs this psychological drama set in World War II Terezin ghetto. A dark, visual portrayal of the trials and tribulations the Theresienstadt people faced on a daily basis presented in a series of memorable stories. Their hopes and dreams unfold against the perpetual threat of deportation (or worse) by the Nazis. Based on the novel "Night and Hope" by Arnost Lustig.

Release Date

March 15, 1963

Status

Released

Original Title

Transport z ráje

Runtime

1h 34min

Budget

Revenue

Language

German, Czech

Production Companies

Filmové studio Barrandov