The Master Builder Manole

The Master Builder Manole

1993 · 100 min · Drama

Inspired by Lucian Blaga's eponymous dramatic work written in 1927, the story follows the life of the legendary master Manole and his team of builders who are hired to construct a monastery in a remote and inaccessible area. As the construction progresses, Manole faces various challenges and obstacles, as well as the pressure to create a durable and beautiful building. As the work progresses, Manole finds himself in the midst of a dilemma: in order to reinforce the construction, he is forced to sacrifice something very dear to him. This act of sacrifice is central to the story and raises profound themes such as art, devotion, and the human limits of sacrifice.

Directed by Olimpia Arghir

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Marius Bodochi Manole
Anda Chirpelean Mira
Gheorghe Nuțescu Bogumil
Dorel Vișan Gaman
Ion Marian Primul zidar
Virgil Muller Al-2-lea zidar
Paul Basarab Al-3-lea zidar
Eugen Titu Al-4-lea zidar
Adrian Andone Al-5-lea zidar
Dorin Andone Al-6-lea zidar
Ioan Isaiu Al-7-lea zidar
Ioan Isaiu Al-8-lea zidar

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