Offers a harrowing depiction of life in Nazi occupied Prague.
The Fifth Horseman Is Fear (1964)
Tomatometer
How does the Tomatometer work ![]()
Reviews Counted:3
Fresh:3
Rotten:0
Average Rating:N/A
Synopsis: This dark and intelligent masterpiece from Czech director Zynek Brynych uses World War II as a metaphor for Czechoslovakia's oppression under communism, telling the story of a Jewish doctor, forced... This dark and intelligent masterpiece from Czech director Zynek Brynych uses World War II as a metaphor for Czechoslovakia's oppression under communism, telling the story of a Jewish doctor, forced by the Nazis to work in a warehouse, who faces a profound moral dilemma when he encounters a wounded political refugee. [More]
Starring: Miroslav Machacek, Olga Schoberova, Jiri Adamira, Illa Prachar
Starring: Miroslav Machacek, Olga Schoberova, Jiri Adamira, Illa Prachar, Josef Vinklar, Zdenka Prochazkova
Director: Zbynek Brynych
Director: Zbynek Brynych
Get This Movie
Reviews for The Fifth Horseman Is Fear
Brynych draws upon German Expressionist film techniques, blending both Hollywood noir and classic horror film styles.
| Tomatometer Percentage | Movie |
|---|---|
| 36% 36% | G.I. Joe: The Rise of … |
| 52% 52% | The Taking of Pelham 1… |
| 45% 45% | Ice Age: Dawn of the D… |
| 19% 19% | Transformers: Revenge … |
| 55% 55% | Orphan |
| Tomatometer Percentage | Movie |
|---|---|
| 98% 98% | Up |
| 88% 88% | Ballast |
| 66% 66% | The Merry Gentleman |
RT On Current TV
DIRECTV 358 | Comcast 107 | DISH Network 196 | More...
What’s Hot On RT
Other News
CloseSponsored Links
Around The Network
- The Fifth Horseman Is Fear at Rotten Tomatoes
Fresh Links
Featured

Moviefone looks back at 7 films that have paved the way for movies like 2012.

BuzzSugar rattles off their 10 favorite current actors with celebrity pedigree.

The AV Club looks back at a dance sequence from the only movie written by... Dr. Seuss?

The Men Who Stare at Goats star answers your questions on TIME.com.






