Forest of the Hanged

Director:
Liviu Ciulei

During World War I, on the Austro-Hungarian front, Romanian lieutenant Apostol Bologa takes part in the hanging of a soldier of Czech origin, executed for desertion. Overcome by guilt, Bologa ends up deserting, but is caught and judged. Special screening celebrating a century since the birth of director Liviu Ciulei!

Awards: Best Director - Cannes 1965

Screenings
Saturday, 15 June
19:15
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Director:
Liviu Ciulei
Cast:
Liviu Ciulei
Victor Rebengiuc
Anna Szeles
Country:
Romania
Running time:
2h:34m
Section:
TIFF Edition:
2023