after decades, it is the right word defining it. behind 1990, it was one of the favorite films for celebrate the Romanian national day. today, it is really surprising. first, for excellent acting. Ion Caramitru and Amza Pellea are the best examples . in same measure, a coherent , smart story, escaping from the propaganda cage. the obvious sin - the less historical accuracy. but, not ignoring the command of period, the need to show the Comunist Party as leader actor of August 23 , 1944 act, it remains one of the admirable Romanian historical films .