Trimata ot zapasa (1971) User Reviews

A true Bulgarian classic of epic proportions

[jabaprinc · 9/10 · 21 August 2007]

Trimata ot Zapasa is a must see classic, not only if you are Bulgarian, but also if you love war movies. Brilliant acting, directing, cinematography and script, of course, are characteristic of this movie as well as of any other classic. What makes the movie unique, however, is the amazing completeness of the three protagonists, achieved through a tragicomic examination and interpretation, of their purely humane emotions. It is a movie which successfully depicts the simple pleasures of life, as well as the appalling brutality of war. Even though, produced in a small country, the movie features impressive war-action scenes. Also, I need to repeat that the cinematography at times is mesmerizing. My favorite war movies range from Apocalypse Now, The Deer Hunter, Idi i Smotri, Full Metal Jacket to Thin Red Line and Jarhead. After watching Trimata ot Zapasa, however, I have a new top favorite.

A story about growth!

[martiiv · 9/10 · 18 August 2022]

The path these 3 men walk to transform themselves from fools to real soldiers and heroes. At the beginning you have 3 fools knowing almost nothing about war, but through struggles and tragedies they become real warriors. Acting was on point, especially from the three main men. Great movie, I recommend.

Cult Bulgarian Classic

[bshristov · 10/10 · 11 March 2017]

Three mobilized fall where everyone knows what war than them ... Ivan, Spiro and Peyo mobilized and travel to their part of the front line. The problem is that they are completely unfit for war. Their actions constantly arouse laughter and regret in the company.

The circumstances are stronger than morality, faith and habits. The tragedy is before their eyes. They have no choice, they have to act like soldiers. And without realizing it, become heroes ...

Brilliant drama about war and typical Bulgarian humor. A must see classic indeed.