Fierce competition (CUrsa) is a 2025 Romanian action film directed by Angel Damian and Milo Simuliov, written by Angel Damian. The film premiered in Romania on October 24, 2025.
Fierce competition is a Romanian action-adventure film. The film stands out as one of the most ambitious productions in Romanian cinema in recent years, combining high tension, car stunts and modern technology.
Fierce competition focuses on the world of illegal street racing with powerful cars that takes place on the streets of Bucharest and on the legendary Transfagarasan road. The film follows several key characters - drivers and their loved ones - who engage in dangerous and adrenaline-fueled races where speed, risk and victory come first. Ambition, competitive spirit and the dangerous choices faced by the characters dominate the narrative as they try to balance dreams of success with the consequences of the decisions made on the street.
The film not only presents the peculiar underworld of street racing, but also explores the drama of individuals for whom speed is a way of life, regardless of the price that must be paid.
The director's approach in Fierce competition relies on dynamic visuals that emphasize the realism of the races and the technical details of the cars. The camera is often close to high-speed scenes, creating a sense of experiencing the races directly. The film is also among the first Romanian films to be offered in the 4DX™ format, where the viewer feels vibrations, wind and other physical effects synchronized with the action on the screen - something that aims to enhance the sensational cinematic experience. This inclusion of 4DX™ makes Fierce competition both a technical and sensory challenge, especially for fans of car movies and action.
The central cast includes several key figures from the Romanian cinema scene and popular personalities, who contribute to the genre density of the film:
Cristina Stefania Codreanu in the role of Cleo, a heroine who brings both emotion and a zest for competition in dangerous races.
Kodin Matychyuk like Mario — a key competitor with a turbulent past and personal ambitions.
Denis Hanganu in the image of Andrei, a young and determined driver who is looking for his way to the top.
Stefan Janku as David, a contestant whose relationships with the other characters add additional emotional and dramatic dimensions.
Andy Vasluianu, Aris Negota and Levent Sally also complement the ensemble by bringing variety to the character interactions, whether they are racers, allies, or competitors on the track.
A large part of the actors rise to the challenge of portraying realistic, rather than caricatured, characters, which adds additional seriousness to the otherwise genre film.
Fierce competition is a bold car action film with an innovative approach for Romanian cinema — combining high speeds, visually striking stunts and complex characters. The production attracts attention not only as an action film, but also as a cultural phenomenon, marking a technological step forward for the domestic cinema through the 4DX™ experience. The film is suitable for viewers who enjoy high-energy car scenes, dynamic plots and multifaceted characters that make racing more than just a sport — a way of life.
