Stand by · pulling the latest frames
Stand by · pulling the latest frames


In the 17th century, a Bulgarian Christian region is selected by the Ottoman rulers to serve as an example of conversion to Islam. A Janissary who was kidnapped from the village as a boy is sent to force the reluctant inhabitants to convert. The Turkish governor seeks a peaceful solution, but ultimately torture, violence, and rebellion break out.
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Valter Toski
Valter Toski
Venetzianetza
2023