Scalpel, Please
Theoretical chance is not enough...
Genres
Drama
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A psychological drama exploring the notion of the doctor as a moral authority, who within the framework of their everyday work must face questions of life and death. The film is adapted from a novel by Valja Stýblová, in which the author draws upon her personal experiences as a former neurosurgeon. The protagonist of this drama is an ageing professor, based at a Prague neurological clinic, who is haunted by issues concerning his own principles and values, and also by the case of a young patient, Víťa, afflicted with an inoperable tumour.
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Budget
$--
Revenue
$--
Status
Released
Original Language
Czech
Runtime
114 mins
Rating
7.3/10
Release Date
01 March 1986
Country
Czechoslovakia
