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World War II, occupied Soviet Union. István Semetka is a simple Hungarian farmer who serves as a Sub-Lieutenant in a special unit scouting for partisan groups. On their way to a remote village, his company falls under enemy fire. As the commander is killed, Semetka has to overcome his fears and take command of the unit as he is dragged into a chaos that he cannot control.
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World War II, occupied Soviet Union. István Semetka is a simple Hungarian farmer who serves as a Sub-Lieutenant in a special unit scouting for partisan groups. On their way to a remote village, his company falls under enemy fire. As the commander is killed, Semetka has to overcome his fears and take command of the unit as he is dragged into a chaos that he cannot control.
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Genre:War, Drama, History
Written By:Dénes Nagy
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Runtime:103 minutes
Studio:Campfilm, Lilith Films I.A., Mistrus Media, Novak Prod, Propeller Film, Proton Cinema, ZDF/Arte, Visionteam L.O.
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