The Waves of the Danube

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Released May 24, 1960

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Overview

Ciulei’s second feature recalls the best of Fritz Lang and Michael Curtiz in its WWII-era espionage tale, set on a barge transporting Nazi munitions up the Danube. Ciulei himself givers a superb performance as Mihai, the barge captain forced to navigate the heavily mined waters along with his new bride, Ana (Irina Petrescu). As the journey wears on, Mihai becomes increasingly suspicious of one of his crew, ex-convict Toma (Lazar Vrabie), and his intentions towards Ana. But Toma has a far graver—and potentially deadly—secret to conceal.

Runtime

1h 50m


Origin Country

Romania


Original Language

Romanian


Original Title

Valurile Dunării


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Romania

Spoken Languages

  • Deutsch (German)
  • Română (Romanian)

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    Studioul Cinematografic București

    Romania

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