Semmelweis
1947, Vienna. Ignác Semmelweis, the short-tempered but passionate Hungarian doctor delivers babies and carries out autopsies on a daily basis whilst looking for the cause of puerperal fever, the mysterious epidemic that decimates patients in the hospital. His boss prohibits him from conducting research into the subject and sends his right-hand man to cross him […]
Four Souls of Coyote
Set in the present day, Native American teenagers confront the crew of an oil pipeline project, just down the hill from the land of their ancestors. The grandfather evokes the ancient tale of their Creation myth, reminding all of us that the challenges facing humanity are universal, and that we need to find our place […]
Hadik
Hadik is an action-packed adventure film set in 18th-century Europe. Hussar General Andras Hadik leads his fearless riders on a mission to raid Berlin, facing treacherous terrain and fierce battles, eventually taking the city where he meets his arch-nemesis General Von Bock in a deadly sword duel. Director: János Szikora Scriptwriter: Márk Kis-Szabó Cinematographer: Márk […]
Toldi
Miklós Toldi, an impulsive stripling, commits a careless murder and is forced to go into hiding. He sets out for Buda to dazzle the king with his courage and daring, and he earns both the ruler’s mercy and a knighthood. The film follows him on a journey full of adventures and intrigue between brothers, until […]
Golden Legends
The Hungarian men’s national water polo team, led by Dr. Dénes Kemény became Olympic champions for three consecutive Olympics. This is something no one has ever achieved before! In 23 world tournaments, they have been on the podium 22 times, and have won 18 finals, including 10 gold and 8 silver medals. Dénes and six […]
Blockade
Hungary, 1990. József Antall, only six months after his induction as Prime Minister, faces the most difficult test of his life. Taxi drivers protest against the drastic rise in petrol prices by the House of the National Assembly. Quickly disillusioned with democracy, they blockade the city of Budapest, and soon after the whole country. The […]
Heights and Depths
The protagonist of the story is Hilda Sterczer, the widow of the internationally renowned mountaineer, Zsolt Erőss. Through her eyes we get a glimpse into the events of the next few days by following Zsolt’s unsuccessful conquest of the mountain, resulting in a tragedy. Hilda is forced to follow helplessly, thousands of miles away, as […]
Six Weeks
Zsófi, the rebellious teenager lives in a tiny flat with her little sister Mesi, and her unstable mother, Bea. Zsófi discovered late that she was pregnant and decided to give up her baby through open adoption to a couple. Bea cannot accept her daughter’s decision, but she does not realize that neither her, nor the […]
We Started Together
’We Started Together’ dramatizes the conflicts of the 2020’s youth through the stories of a group of highschool classmates: Marci, Franciska, Ádi, Juli, Renátó, Benett, Geri, Gigi and Nóri. At their high school prom they promise each other to keep in touch, but life leads them to separate ways. Ten years later two of them […]
Supporting Actors
The lives of three families are intertwined in connection with an old case. Árpád Sopsits’ personal film was inspired by the person and images of his friend, the photographer Balázs Telek, who died young. One of the main characters is Gábor Jászberényi, his partner is played by Edina Dömök, and Franciska Farkas forms a pair […]
Paying a Visit to Fortuna
Anikó and Laci lived in deep poverty in a small town in Hungary until they won the lottery in 2013. Suddenly, their dreams of luxury become a reality as they move into a new house with a pool and a garden and hire a driver. For Anikó, who suffers from panic disorder and almost never […]
Agoston Haraszthy
The Count founded a town in Wisconsin; In 1850 he made his mark in Southern California as the first sheriff of San Diego; he was one of the managers of the gold smelter and mint in San Francisco, and then he was sued – and came out of the suit victoriously, glorified – until he […]
We Never Die
Set in ’60s socialist Hungary, an introverted and somewhat inhibited teenage boy has a life-changing experience as he spends a few days with his uncle full of zest, a love for earthly pleasures, and a weakness for horse racing and betting. Directed by Róbert Koltai Writing Credits (in alphabetical order) Róbert Koltai Gabor Nógrádi Cast: […]
Budapest Tales
A yellow tram lies overturned on the riverbank at the end of the war. Tattered, ragged, homeless men huddle together in a group, load it on rails trying to take it to the remise. Their journey is not easy, they have many difficulties to overcome. Each one has its own drama, yet they are united […]
Daniel Takes a Train
In December 1956 there is a chaotic situation in Hungary. The revolution is put down by the Soviet army. People leave the country in large numbers for fear of revenge. A young soldier (György Angeli) who also took a part in the revolution, takes a train to Vienna together with his friend (Dániel Szerencsés). It […]
Deliver Us from Evil
In the fascist terror of 1944, a Budapest cloak-room attendant and her family embark on a tragicomic journey to find a missing coat. Because honour is honour. Director: Pal Sandor Screenplay: Ivan Mandy, Zsuzsa Toth Cast: Iren Psota Dezso Garas Erzsebet Kutvolgyi Andras Kern Peter Andorai Agi Margitai Tamas Major
The Kangaroo
Varjú is a young guy who lives in Köbánya and is dating a girl named Zsozsó. He is a truck driver. He is delivering material for the construction of the nuclear power plant in Paks when a hitchhiker gets in. She is a real stunner, and she doesn’t want to go to Paks, but to […]
Salamon & Stock Show
Stock and Salamon have been partners for a while now. Their cabaret performance is a great success night after night. Being broadcasted on TV at New Years Eve is very important for both of them, too. Finally they can sing their song for the whole country: Nobody can do it alone. Director: Pal Sandor Screenwriter: […]
Footbal of the Good Old Days
The laundryman only lives for one thing: soccer. His dream is to have his team in the premier league, but for that he needs money and the only way he can do that is by selling some of his players. Director: Pál Sándor Screenwriter: Iván Mándy, Zsuzsa Tóth Cinematographer: Elemér Ragályi Cast: Dezső Garas Major […]