109 min. Drama/Thriller/War (2023)
Libertate stands out as a remarkable addition to the limited body of Romanian cinema that explores the events of December 1989. Set against the backdrop of the chaotic revolution that toppled the Communist regime, the film unfolds in the Transylvanian city of Sibiu, where a violent assault on a police unit escalates into a bloody confrontation involving soldiers, police, civilian protesters, and secret police operatives. “In his fifth and most accomplished film, Romanian director Tudor Giurgiu delivers a nerve-wracking and gripping thriller about the madness of the fall of the communist regime. It leaves a lasting impression on the viewer with its directorial prowess and the rawness of its subject matter.” Thessaloniki International Film Festival Original Language: Romanian. With English Subtitles. Directed by Tudor Giurgiu. Cast: Alex Calangiu, Cătălin Herlo, Ionuţ Caras, Iulian Postelnicu, Alexandru Papadopol, Leonid Doni, Andi Vasluianu, Cuzin Toma, Mirela Oprișor Festivals: Gopo Awards: Best Feature Film, Best Directing, Best Actor in Leading Role Film Festival Cottbus - FIPRESCI Prize Sarajevo Film Festival - C.I.C.A.E Award Sofia International Film Festival Transilvania International Film Festival - Most Popular Romanian Film Award