Unruly Heyducks

This film, set at the beginning of the 17th century, is the first East-European "Eastern". Bocskai István orders the free Heyducks to shepherd a huge herd of cattle through the country torn to three parts, to the Dalmatian coast, where he can get weapons in exchange, for fighting the Austrians.

Directed by Ferenc Kardos, Unruly Heyducks leans on a strong ensemble — Djoko Rosic, Dragomir Felba, Ferenc Bencze — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about war titles of 1974.