Cast
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Zsolt Trill
as Hadik András
Áron Molnár
as Gvadányi
Győző Szabó
as Reid
Tamás Szalma
as Babocsay Farkas
Lili Bordán
as Erzsébet királyné
Gábor Reviczky
as Thun mester
Julia Jakubowska
as Franciska
Zsolt László
as Von Bock ezredes
István Hirtling
as Lotaringiai Károly herceg
Tamás Madár
as Saxon soldier
Zoltán Mucsi
as Horniák
János Derzsi
as Mihály
Sándor Gáspár
as Tiszteletes
Lajos Kovács
as Kecskeméthy ezredes
Géza Tordy
as Károlyi tábornok
Crew
Director
- János Szikora
Writer
- Mark Kis-Szabo
Producer
- Endre Nagy
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Hadik examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director János Szikora 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 2023, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Hadik took approximately 27 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 108 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 140 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The screenplay went through 7 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2023, when this film is released:
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: March 19, 2023
- Runtime: 1h 48m