Published: 2023-09-17
Hungarian filmmakers have been making waves at international film festivals with their award-winning films. Two notable films, "Explanation for Everything" by Gábor Reisz and "Sunday Kidnap" by Péter Karácsony, have received recognition and praise.
"Explanation for Everything": An exploration of social inequalities
Gábor Reisz's film, "Explanation for Everything," delves into the themes of social inequalities and tensions through the story of an 18-year-old boy's graduation from high school and his intense emotions. This film has garnered attention and recently won the Best Film award in the Horizons section of the 80th Venice International Film Festival.
"Sunday Kidnap": A twisted story of an investigative journalist
Péter Karácsony's film, "Sunday Kidnap," tells the twisted story of an investigative journalist. This film has also received praise and was selected as the best narrative short film at the Moondance International Film Festival.
Upcoming screenings in Budapest
Hungarians will have the opportunity to see these award-winning films at screenings in Budapest. "Explanation for Everything" will have a premiere screening with an audience meeting at the Cirko-Gejzír cinema on September 22. "Sunday Kidnap" will also be screened at Cinema City Mammut on September 23.
Recognition at other festivals
In addition to the Venice International Film Festival and the Moondance International Film Festival, both "Explanation for Everything" and "Sunday Kidnap" have received excellent reviews and recognition at other festivals. "Sunday Kidnap" will be screened next in the 83rd Unica Film Competition.
Hungarian filmmakers continue to make their mark on the international film scene, showcasing their talent and storytelling abilities. Their success at these festivals highlights the creativity and innovation of Hungarian cinema.
Questions & Answers
Which Hungarian filmmaker won the Best Film award at the 80th Venice International Film Festival? Gábor Reisz won the Best Film award in the Horizons section of the 80th Venice International Film Festival for his film "Explanation for Everything."
What is the Horizons section of the Venice International Film Festival for? The Horizons section of the Venice International Film Festival is for films that represent the latest trends in aesthetics and expression.
What is Gábor Reisz's film "Explanation for Everything" about? "Explanation for Everything" explores social inequalities and tensions through the story of an 18-year-old boy's graduation from high school and his intense emotions.
Where can Hungarians see "Explanation for Everything" for the first time? Hungarians will be able to see "Explanation for Everything" for the first time at a premiere screening with an audience meeting at the Cirko-Gejzír cinema in Budapest on September 22. There will also be a screening and audience meeting at Cinema City Mammut in Budapest on September 23.
Which Hungarian filmmaker's short film, "Sunday Kidnap," was selected as the best narrative short film at the Moondance International Film Festival? Péter Karácsony's short film, "Sunday Kidnap," was selected as the best narrative short film at the Moondance International Film Festival.
What is "Sunday Kidnap" about? "Sunday Kidnap" tells the twisted story of an investigative journalist.
Where will "Sunday Kidnap" be screened next? "Sunday Kidnap" will be screened next in the 83rd Unica Film Competition.
What other film by Péter Karácsony received excellent reviews at the Short to the Point festival? The director's film, "The Low and Mighty," also received excellent reviews at the Short to the Point festival.
When does the BuSho (Budapest Short) International Short Film Festival take place in Budapest? The BuSho (Budapest Short) International Short Film Festival takes place in Budapest in the beginning of September every year.
