After returning from a war where he served in the Rakoczy’s insurgent anti-Habsburg army and later in the Austrian division, Janosik joins the highwaymen. Soon he becomes their leader. Infamous for his bravery, Janosik follows the code of honor stating that none of the victims is killed. But one of the bandits, greedy and brutal Huncaga, envies him the success. Based on the 18th-century documents, the story of Juraj Janosik, a young highwayman from Trechova, whose short and dramatic life inspired generations.
Janosik. The True Story – Polish Film Festival
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