---
title: "The Week of the Madmen"
year: 1971
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-week-of-the-madmen-1971"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 466072
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 87
community_rating: 7.6
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Week of the Madmen (1971) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-week-of-the-madmen-1971

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Week of the Madmen is a film first released in 1971. Catalogued under Adventure. Produced and broadcast by Studioul cinematografic „Bucureşti". Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Outlaw Șaptecai leads a daring rescue and joins a historic army."

### Why Watch
- Period adventure centered on a legendary outlaw
- Compact 87‑minute runtime keeps story brisk
- Features a dramatic escape and alliance building

### Caveats & Content Note
- Includes graphic torture scenes
- May feel episodic as part of a larger series
- Tone & Suitability: Contains graphic torture and violent conflict, making it suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: gritty, adventurous, historical, fast-paced

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Dinu Cocea
- **Networks / Studios**: Studioul cinematografic „Bucureşti"

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Florin Piersic** as *Anghel Șaptecai*
- **Marga Barbu** as *Aniţa*
- **Colea Răutu** as *Mamulos*
- **Toma Caragiu** as *Răspopitu*
- **Constantin Codrescu** as *Ianuli*
- **Carmen Maria Strujac** as *Caliopi*
- **Florin Scărlătescu** as *Dudescu*
- **Aimee Iacobescu** as *Domnița Ralu*
- **Nucu Păunescu** as *Caragea Vodă*
- **Constantin Guriță** as *Duduveica*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the central storyline of the film?
The film follows outlaw Șaptecai and Anghel’s band as they trade a dowry for weapons, join Tudor of Vladimiri’s army, and confront captivity.

### Q: Who are the key characters?
Central figures include the outlaw Șaptecai, Anghel, Lady Ralu, Mamoulos, Anița, the Răspopitul, and Parpanghel.

### Q: When was the film released and how long is it?
It was released in Romania on 7 November 1971 and runs approximately 1 hour and 27 minutes.

### Q: Is the film part of a series?
Yes, it is the final part of a triptych about Șaptecai and serves as episode six of the Outlaws series.

### Q: What tone or content should viewers expect?
The movie features adventurous action with violent and torture scenes, reflecting a gritty historical tone.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Week of the Madmen — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/466072)

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