Heroic Times


Heroic Times is a 1984 Hungarian animated historical epic film directed by József Gémes.

Summary

It is an adaptation of the Toldi trilogy, a 19th-century epic poem in three parts by János Arany about a 14th century young man's attempts to become a knight.

Production

The film was produced through Pannonia Film Studio and is notable for its visual style, which resembles oil painting.

Accolades

It won the feature film award at the 1985 Annecy International [Animated Film Festival].

Home media

Deaf Crocodile released the newly-restored film on Blu-ray August 29, 2023.