Hanele (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1999, Hanele is a drama and romance film directed by Karel Kachyňa, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on an autobiographical novella by Ivan Olbracht, the film tells the story of Hanele Safarová, who grows up just after the First World War in a little Ruthenian schtetl which, in true Hassidic fashion, awaits the arrival of the Messiah. But Hanele decides to follow the Zionists instead. She moves to the city to prepare for her departure to the Promised Land, where she meets a successful businessman named Ivo Karadzic, who has renounced Judaism to become a free-thinker. Their love for each other doesn’t only drive Hanele’s parents to distraction, it also threatens to destroy the entire community in the schetl.
Who’s in it. Hanele stars Lada Jelínková as Hana, Miroslav Noga as Ivo Karadzic, Jiří Ornest as Father of Hana K. and Táňa Fischerová as Mother of Hana K., among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Hanele has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hanele page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hanele tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hanele (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hanele change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hanele worth watching?
- Hanele holds an audience score of 4.2 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 Hanele?
- Hanele stars Lada Jelínková, Miroslav Noga, Jiří Ornest, Táňa Fischerová and Milan Lasica.