Direction: Abraham Polonsky

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Abraham Polonsky. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Force of Evil

1948 · Movie · 78 min. · United States

Direction Abraham Polonsky

Cast John Garfield · Beatrice Pearson · Thomas Gomez · Howland Chamberlain

Synopsis Force of Evil (1948) is a gripping film noir that has earned its place as a classic since its 1948 release. Directed by Abraham Polonsky, the movie is adapted from the lesser-known crime novel "Tucker's People." Set against the backdrop...

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Direction Abraham Polonsky

Cast Robert Redford · Katharine Ross · Robert Blake · Susan Clark

Synopsis Tell Them Willie Boy is Here (1969) is set in 1909 California and follows the tale of a Paiute Indian fugitive, Willie Boy (Robert Blake), who flees with his beloved (Katharine Ross) after fatally defending himself against her father. According...

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698 votes

6.1

698 votes

Oedipus Rex

1957 · Movie · 87 min. · Canada

Direction Tyrone Guthrie · Abraham Polonsky

Cast Douglas Campbell · Eleanor Stuart · Robert Goodier · William Hutt

Synopsis Oedipus Rex (1957) unfolds in a kingdom beset by misfortune, where the populace is assured of respite by the deities if the murderer of the previous monarch is captured and penalized. This prophecy casts a dark shadow over King Oedipus...

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Direction Abraham Polonsky

Cast Yul Brynner · Eli Wallach · Jane Birkin · Lainie Kazan

Synopsis Romance of a Horsethief (1971) unfolds in the quaint Polish town of Malava, nestled near the imperial Russian border, where the inhabitants have long sustained themselves through the artful practices of horse theft, trading, and smuggling. The tranquility of their...

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