Transylvania 100 - Only for the Brave
Known as Europe's darkest most beautiful trail race, Transylvania 100 invites runners into the heart of Dracula's land, where unpredictable weather, technical terrain and the untamed Carpathians turn every edition into a different challenge. In 2026, athletes faced heavy fog, snow, ice and relentless winds, discovering just how brutal something so beautiful can be.
Built around the event's long-standing message, Only for the Brave, the film combines cinematic landscapes with authentic athlete and founder stories to explore what keeps people returning year after year. More than an event recap, it's a brand film about resilience, curiosity and the enduring appeal of one of Europe's most distinctive trail running experiences.
CLIENT: Transylvania 100
SERVICES: film direction, editing, color grading, sound design
DIRECTOR: Cosmin Cimil
EDITING & COLOR GRADING: Cosmin Cimil
OPERATORS: Cosmin Cimil, Demeter Lorand, Martin Wallmen
Assets
“What stood out to us from the very beginning was Kreafilm's commitment to telling the story the right way, no matter what it took. They spent hours out on the mountain in snow, rain, strong winds and thick fog, waiting for the moments that most people would have missed. I remember them staying on the trail until the very last runner had passed, hoping the fog would lift over the Great Chimney. Just when it seemed like it wouldn't happen, the clouds opened and revealed one of the most iconic views of the entire race. That level of patience and dedication is reflected throughout the film. They didn't just document Transylvania 100. They captured its wild, unpredictable spirit in a way that makes you want to experience it for yourself.“
Vlad Cornea
Co-Race Director - Transylvania 100K