Cast
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Ovidiu Iuliu Moldovan
as Horea
Şerban Ionescu
as Cloşca
Dan Săndulescu
as Crişan
Radu Beligan
as Count Iancovici
Mircea Albulescu
as Xaverius vaida
Enikõ Szilágyi
as Agnes
Ion Besoiu
as Arpad
Petre Gheorghiu
as Popa Rostogol
Florin Chiriac
as Ionuț
Siegfried Sigmund
as Cpt. Pfeifer
Alexandru Repan
as Joseph II
Mircea Diaconu
as Candrea Alexa Kendy
Nicolae Albani
as Bishop Ghedeon
Zoltán Vadász
as Vak Gyuri
Mircea Hindoreanu
as Esterházy
Crew
Director
- Mircea Mureșan
Producer
- Radu Stegăroiu
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Horea 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 Mircea Mureșan 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 1984, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Horea took approximately 21 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 122 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 176 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 9 months to complete.
- The film contains approximately 943 individual shots.
- The costume department created over 378 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 1984, when this film was released:
- The Cold War was entering its final phase.
- Personal computers were beginning to transform homes and workplaces.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: November 5, 1984
- Runtime: 2h 2m