A Sunday in October

"A Sunday in October" is a historical drama depicting the tense and complex events of October 14-15, 1944, when Nazi forces occupied Hungary. The film illustrates the lack of decisive response from Hungarian political leaders during the occupation and the subsequent Nazi seizure of power following Regent Horthy's decision to abandon resistance after his son was kidnapped. This true account highlights the political turmoil and the collapse of plans to break Hungary away from the German alliance during World War II.

Interesting Trivia:
1. The film uses authentic archival footage interspersed with dramatized scenes to enhance the historical realism and immerse viewers in the period.
2. Several of the lead actors underwent extensive historical training to accurately portray the political figures, ensuring a respectful and accurate representation of real events.
3. The director chose to film on location in Budapest, utilizing original World War II era buildings and streets to faithfully recreate the atmosphere of 1944 Hungary.