High Voltage (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1981, High Voltage is a drama and romance film directed by Veljko Bulajić, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. After WW II many young people arrive to Zagreb, among them a young worker Sonja Kacar. She is supposed to participate in the construction of the first generator in the Rade Koncar factory. Because there aren't enough experts and materials in Yugoslavia, the factory counts on help from fellow communist countries, Czechoslovakia and Soviet Union. However, after the Inform Bureau's resolution this help is no longer available. Sonja experiences a great intimate disappointment because Stjepan, who she is in love with, supports Stalin.
Who’s in it. High Voltage stars Božidarka Frajt as Sonja Kačar, Vanja Drach as Direktor, Milan Štrljić as Stjepan and Ljubiša Samardžić as Ivo Goreta, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, High Voltage has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch High Voltage page.
If you liked it. Fans of High Voltage tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch High Voltage (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for High Voltage change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is High Voltage worth watching?
- High Voltage holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in High Voltage?
- High Voltage stars Božidarka Frajt, Vanja Drach, Milan Štrljić, Ljubiša Samardžić and Relja Bašić.
- When was High Voltage released?
- High Voltage was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.