Ecce Homo Brâncoveanu

Ecce Homo Brâncoveanu

2024 · 90 min · History, Drama

A parable about honor and true character, inspired by the reality of the 18th century. Constantin Brâncoveanu preferred to be beheaded in Constantinople alongside his four sons - Constantin, Stefan, Radu, and Matei - as well as by his counselor Ianache Vacarescu, instead of renouncing the Christian faith.

Directed by Dan Pița · Written by Dan Pița

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