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And the Violins Stopped Playing (1988): cast, story & where to watch

1988 · Film · ★ 7.5

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Released in 1988, And the Violins Stopped Playing is a drama film directed by Alexander Ramati, running about 98 minutes.

What it’s about. This is the true story about a group of Romani's (gypsy) in occupied Poland during World War II as they confront the atrocities and tragedies of a forgotten holocaust.

Who’s in it. And the Violins Stopped Playing stars Horst Buchholz as Dymitr Mirga, Didi Ramati as Wala Mirga, Piotr Polk as Roman Mirga and Maya Ramati as Zoya, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, And the Violins Stopped Playing has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch And the Violins Stopped Playing page.

If you liked it. Fans of And the Violins Stopped Playing tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch And the Violins Stopped Playing (1988)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for And the Violins Stopped Playing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is And the Violins Stopped Playing worth watching?
And the Violins Stopped Playing holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in And the Violins Stopped Playing?
And the Violins Stopped Playing stars Horst Buchholz, Didi Ramati, Piotr Polk, Maya Ramati and Kasia Siwak.
When was And the Violins Stopped Playing released?
And the Violins Stopped Playing was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.