Experience the masterful Hungarian animated feature, HEROIC TIMES (DALIÁS IDŐK), presented here on Blu-ray. This critically acclaimed film from 1983, directed by József Gémes, offers a unique visual style, combining gorgeous oil painting with rotoscoping to bring the epic tale to life. The narrative draws from the 19th-century Hungarian writer János Arany, exploring themes of chivalry, heroism, and the complexities of medieval life. This release features a stunning new 4K restoration by the National Film Institute - Film Archive in Hungary, ensuring a pristine viewing experience that truly honours the film's artistic vision.
This Blu-ray edition is packed with valuable bonus features designed to deepen your appreciation for this cinematic gem. Delve into the film's creation with a new interview featuring director József Gémes, offering unique insights into his creative process. Further contextualize the work with a new essay by esteemed film historian Jennifer Lynde Barker. The disc also includes three early animated shorts by József Gémes: "Konzerv-kísérlet" (1964), "Mese a bogárról" (1963), and "Funeral (Temetés)" (1970), providing a comprehensive look at the director's foundational work. A new video interview with HEROIC TIMES animator Sándor Békési, moderated by Dennis Bartok of Deaf Crocodile, and an interview with György Raduly, Director of the National Film Institute-Film Archive on József Gémes and Hungarian animation round out this exceptional collector's package. This Region A Blu-ray includes the original Hungarian language with English subtitles, making it accessible to a global audience.