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Michael the Brave

1971·Movie
3h 23min
78
GreatGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Epic and violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle9
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Moving and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis7
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor4
  • Satire & Parody3

World

History, war, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout cinematography and score

  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8
  • Editing7

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An epic fresco depicting the reign (1593-1601) of Mihai Pătrașcu (better known as "Mihai Viteazul" / "Michael the Brave"), the famous prince who united the three provinces: Transalpine Vallachia, Transylvania and Moldavia, into the country of Romania, at the end of the 16th century (1599-1601) against the opposition of the Ottoman and Austrian Empires, this movie features large scale battle scenes mixed with political intrigues, murderous treachery, and family drama.
Epic Historical Drama16th Century RomaniaPolitical IntrigueLarge-Scale BattlesNational UnificationOttoman & Austrian EmpiresFamily TreacheryVisually Impressive

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Is Michael the Brave worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 8.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Michael the Brave rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is Michael the Brave?

3 h 23 min

Michael the Brave runs 3 h 23 min.

Is Michael the Brave based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Michael the Brave in?

Romanian

It was made in Romanian. Produced in France, Italy, Romania.

In how many countries can I watch Michael the Brave?

2ATDE

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