Triumph of the Spirit(1989)
“Win and he lives to fight again. Lose and his family dies with him.”
Overview
During World War II, Salamo Arouch, a passionate boxer, is arrested and sent to a concentration camp. Soon, he is forced to box against his fellow prisoners for the sake of entertainment.
Director
Robert M. Young
Studio
Nova International Films
Cast
Willem Dafoe
as Salamo Arouch
Edward James Olmos
as Gypsy
Robert Loggia
as Father Arouch
Wendy Gazelle
as Allegra
Kelly Wolf
as Elena
Costas Mandylor
as Avram
Kario Salem
as Jacko
Edward Żentara
as Janush
Hartmut Becker
as Maj. Rauscher
Burkhard Heyl
as Aid to Rauscher
Zofia Saretok
as Momma
Grażyna Krukówna
as Sister Julie
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1989
Runtime
2h 0m
Language
English
Rating
6.6 / 10
Production Companies
Nova International Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Triumph of the Spirit?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Triumph of the Spirit (1989).
What is Triumph of the Spirit about?▼
During World War II, Salamo Arouch, a passionate boxer, is arrested and sent to a concentration camp. Soon, he is forced to box against his fellow prisoners for the sake of entertainment.
Who directed Triumph of the Spirit?▼
Triumph of the Spirit was directed by Robert M. Young and released in 1989. It is a drama, war, history film.
How long is Triumph of the Spirit?▼
Triumph of the Spirit has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
Who stars in Triumph of the Spirit?▼
The cast of Triumph of the Spirit includes Willem Dafoe as Salamo Arouch, Edward James Olmos as Gypsy, Robert Loggia as Father Arouch, Wendy Gazelle as Allegra, Kelly Wolf as Elena and more.
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