During the 1956 Hungarian Revolution, a young boy's aspirations are intertwined with the intense emotions surrounding a pivotal water polo match between Hungary and the Soviet Union. As the political unrest escalates, the boy finds himself caught between his father's patriotic fervor and the oppressive realities of Soviet dominance. The film masterfully blends the personal drama of a nation's struggle for freedom with the high-stakes competition of an international sporting event.

Children of Glory was met with critical acclaim, praised for its powerful storytelling, emotional resonance, and effective blend of historical drama and sports narrative. It was recognized for its sensitive portrayal of a tumultuous period in Hungarian history and its universal themes of courage and resistance.

• Praised for its emotionally charged depiction of the Hungarian Revolution.
• Applauded for its effective integration of a compelling sports narrative with historical events.
• Lauded for its strong performances and direction.

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Awarded the Special Jury Prize at the 2006 Cannes Film Festival (Golden Camera), and was Hungary's official submission for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.

The film's director, Szabolcs Hajdu, also appears in the film as a minor character and was a professional water polo player in his youth, drawing from personal experience for the sports sequences.