Wagner (1983) is a TV show that explores the life of the famous composer Richard Wagner. It delves into his experiences with anti-Semitism, his relationships with other prominent figures such as Franz Liszt and Friedrich Nietzsche, and his struggles with money and debt. The show also takes a closer look at his marriage, his involvement in German politics and nationalism, and his interactions with the German opera scene. Throughout the series, Wagner's interactions with various characters shed light on themes of friendship, bigotry, manipulation, and the complexities of patronage.
In a dystopian society, a 13-year-old girl named Lili is forced to give up her beloved dog Hagen. As Hagen faces abuse and mistreatment, he joins a pack of stray dogs seeking revenge against humans. Lili embarks on a journey to find her dog and uncover the truth behind the cruelty. Together, they navigate a world filled with danger, discrimination, and rebellion.
Colonel Redl, a respected military officer in the Austro-Hungarian Army, lives a double life as a spy and a homosexual. As he rises in rank, Redl becomes entangled in a web of deceit and treason, leading to tragic consequences.
After the death of her husband, a mother decides to fulfill his last wish and runs the marathon in relays with her daughters. A small problem is that none of them are physically and mentally prepared for running. Furthermore, the relatives and friends are also unexpectedly affected by the women's seemingly impossible challenge.
Abandoned is a 2001 movie that revolves around the life of a young boy who is abandoned by his parents and left to fend for himself in an orphanage. The film explores themes of abuse, friendship, and growing up in a harsh and unforgiving world.
A historical drama set in the 1400s, a young man sent to Italy but is forced back after his father's mysterious death.
In 1847, a mysterious epidemic engulfs a maternity clinic in Vienna. Doctor Ignác Semmelweis defies conventional wisdom in his quest to eliminate puerperal fever.
A woman and her lover plot to kill her older husband.
In 'The Revolt of Job,' a farmer named Job, who is Jewish, is faced with the challenges of the Nazi occupation during World War Two. As he battles against anti-Semitism, deportation, and the loss of loved ones, Job must find the strength to protect his family and maintain his faith. This deeply personal and autobiographical film delves into the complexities of human relationships and the resilience of the human spirit.
Istvan Varju a.k.a. Kanya is a track driver. He drives alone on the roads and listens to the radio. We're In the middle of seventies, the radio broadcasts hungarian beat music. He is convinced that interesting and significant events in the life happen on the roads, so we should go, go and go in order not to miss something.
In this funny and entertaining movie, a group of friends from a small town form a football team and go on a wild adventure. They face challenges and unexpected obstacles along the way, but their love for the game keeps them going. With hilarious moments and heartwarming camaraderie, this film is sure to leave you in stitches.
When a young boy comes in to see a doctor abourt a red mark on his face, the doctor's wife welcomes him into the consulting room instead. As they talk, she offers him something to eat and then notes that his manner of eating is just like that of her previous husband, who died in prison many years earlier. It turns out that the young man had been his cell mate for a year, and he tells her the story of how her husband died. She then remembers (in flashbacks) how she had helped her first husband rid himself of his sexual repression, and how she had promised him she would marry her current husband if she were widowed. It seems her doctor-husband was a man who could remain untouched through any political climate, and was much admired by her first husband. Now that her memories have been awakened by the young man's account, she ignores the repeated phone calls of her current husband and decides to rid this young man of his own sexual repressions.
A gay affair between an aging middle-aged writer, and a young streetwise hustler.
Afterlife is a comedy that follows the journey of a man who, after dying suddenly, finds himself in a quirky afterlife filled with eccentric characters. As he navigates this new world, he learns valuable lessons about the meaning of life and the importance of living each day to its fullest. With its delightful humor and heartfelt moments, Afterlife is a film that will leave you pondering the greatest mystery of all: what comes next?
Set in a large apartment in Hungary during the death throes of communism, obedient Andor lives with his eccentric mother, Rebeka, a once-celebrated stage actress-turned-recluse. After years of coexisting in a love-hate relationship marked by routine and possible incest, Andor brings home Eszter, a beautiful girl his own age. Her advances awaken Andor's repressed desires, the depths of which prove shocking. Opera director Robert Alfoldi renders this bizarre story in a melodramatic style, and veteran Hungarian stage star Dorottya Udvaros rises to the occasion. If you can imagine the intersecting area on a Venn diagram that includes Taxidermia and Sunset Blvd., that's where Where Were You, My Son? was born. The original title, Nyugalom, which translates to Tranquility, is ironic to say the least. ...over the-top...memorable...thunderous...sex and violins (Variety).
The Last Boat is a short film that depicts the last journey of a solitary boat. It explores themes of isolation, resilience, and the bittersweet beauty of endings. Set against a backdrop of serene seas and breathtaking landscapes, the film captures the poignant moments of the boat's final adventure.