# The Deluge (1974)

> A sweeping Polish historical epic follows a disgraced nobleman through betrayal, battlefield upheaval, and a hard-won return to honor.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/22746

## Facts

- Runtime: 287 min
- Genres: History, Adventure, War, Romance
- Director: Jerzy Hoffman
- Cast: Daniel Olbrychski, Małgorzata Braunek, Tadeusz Łomnicki, Kazimierz Wichniarz, Władysław Hańcza, Ryszard Filipski, Leszek Teleszyński, Wiesława Mazurkiewicz
- TMDB rating: 7.2/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0072021/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: graphic
- Mood: rousing, dramatic, patriotic, historical film marathon, classic cinema night

## Synopsis

A sweeping tale of loyalty and betrayal amidst the chaos of war and romance.

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