---
title: "The Price of a Town"
year: 1970
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-price-of-a-town-1970"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 364866
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Price of a Town (1970) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-price-of-a-town-1970

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Price of a Town is a film first released in 1970. Catalogued under War.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A small town faces a desperate escape as Russian prisoners break free from German guards."

### Why Watch
- Intense wartime atmosphere
- Focus on civilian bravery
- Compact runtime keeps story tight

### Caveats & Content Note
- Limited character development due to short length
- Bleak ending may feel somber
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s bleak tone and wartime violence make it appropriate for mature viewers.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: war, tension, desperate, grim

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When is the film set?
It takes place near the end of World II as German forces prepare to retreat.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a war film.

### Q: What is the central conflict?
Russian prisoners attempt to escape while the town’s residents try to help them.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is about 1 hour and 19 minutes.

### Q: Who are the opposing forces?
German troops preparing to withdraw are the primary antagonists.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Price of a Town — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/364866)
- [The Price of a Town (1970) | DIV.cz](https://div.cz/film/the-price-of-a-town)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*