# Stephen, the King (1984)

> A landmark Hungarian rock musical dramatizing the succession crisis that decides whether the nation embraces Christianity or preserves pagan tradition.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/101709

## Facts

- Runtime: 93 min
- Genres: Drama, History, Music
- Director: Gábor Koltay
- Cast: László Pelsőczy, Miklós Varga, Gyula Vikidál, Katalin Berek, Bernadette Sára, Máté Victor, Juhász Jácint, Lajos Balázsovits
- TMDB rating: 7.3/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087488/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: theatrical, fervent, confrontational, historical film night, musical film marathon

## Synopsis

A gripping tale of ambition and faith as two brothers clash for the future of their nation.

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