Cast
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Mária Sulyok
as Baradlayné
Szemere Vera
as Antoinette Plankenhorst
Tibor Bitskey
as Baradlay Ödön
Ilona Béres
as Alphonsine
Károly Mécs
as Baradlay Richárd
Gyöngyi Polónyi
as Edit
Géza Tordy
as Baradlay Jenő
Myrtill Nádasi
as Lánghy Aranka, Ödön felesége
Antal Páger
as Öreg Pál
Margit Makay
as Mater Renegia
Lajos Básti
as Rideghváry Bence
Attila Nagy
as Pallvitz Ottó
Zoltán Várkonyi
as Haynau
János Rajz
as Boros Mihály
István Bujtor
as Leonin
Crew
Director
- Zoltán Várkonyi
Writer
- János Erdödy
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Sons of the Stone-Hearted Man examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Zoltán Várkonyi brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1965, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Sons of the Stone-Hearted Man took approximately 15 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 158 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 184 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1965, when this film was released:
- The Vietnam War was becoming increasingly controversial.
- Social and cultural revolution was transforming Western societies.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: April 1, 1965
- Runtime: 2h 38m