Andras Kovacs' film, considered one of the most important Hungarian films of the 1960s, centers around four men who await trial for their involvement in the massacre of several thousand Jewish and Serbian people of Novi Sad in 1942. Each denies any responsibility, claiming that they were only following orders. The film is significant for its willingness to address the subject of Hungary's role in WWII, which was taboo at the time of the its release.
26th September 1966
59 years ago
1 hour 36 minutes
Finishes at 4:19am
2 wins & 1 nomination
7.8/10
70%
74%
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