#istvan szabo

[mattydemise]

Sunshine, 1999.

[lonelydragon62]

Ivan Sors and Carol Kovacs (Sunshine, 1999).

The role of Carol was offered to Alex Kingston, who turned down due her co-star in the film and the excess of sex scenes between them. Finally the role went to Deborah Kara Unger.

[davidhudson]

Happy 86th, István Szabó.

[kubelicatthemovies]

Mephisto (István Szabó. 1981)

[whoever-the-heck]

Wonderful film with wonderful performances from Hungarian actors Ildikó Bánsági and Péter Andorai

Bizalom (Confidence)

Dir. István Szabó, 1980

[ralphjustthebest]

💚

“Politics has made a mess of our lives. Still … life was beautiful.” Sunshine (1999), dir. István Szabó

[abs0luteb4stard]

W A T C H I N G

[diegeticclips]

Klaus Maria Brandauer dancing the Can Can in Mephisto (István Szabó. 1981)

[kubelictitles]

Mephisto (István Szabó. 1981)

[theoscarsproject]

Hanussen (1988). A man's story parallels Hitler's rise. Austrian Klaus Schneider, wounded in World War I, recovers in the care of Dr. Emil Bettleheim. Bettleheim discovers that Schneider possesses powers of empathy and of clairvoyance, such that could aid suicidal patients. After the war, with one friend as his manager and another as his lover, Schneider changes his name to Eric Jan Hanussen and goes to Berlin, as a hypnotist and clairvoyant performing in halls and theaters. He always speaks the truth, which brings him to the attention of powerful Nazis. He predicts their rise (good propaganda for them) and their violence (not so good). He's in pain and at risk. What is Hanussen's future?

It's been a week since I watched this movie and I'm still having troubles collecting my thoughts on it. The premise of a clairvoyant who predicts Hitler's rise to power is pretty interesting, but Hanussen as a character never entirely is. It means there feels like there's a real disconnect between otherwise strong scenes and visual style, and a sort of lack of anchoring or mooring. I don't know. There was enough in it that I thought was well done that I kind of want to rewatch it to really make up my mind, but I'm not sure I have the patience. Interesting though, overall. 6/10.

[mattydemise]

Age Of Illusions, 1965.

[letterboxd-loggd]

Adoption (Örökbefogadás) (1975) Márta Mészáros

May 31st 2023

[marwahstudios]

Celebrating 100 Years of Filmmaker Sergei Parajanov: A Cinematic Tribute by Indo Armenia Film and Cultural Forum

Noida, 21st April: The Indo Armenia Film and Cultural Forum, in collaboration with the Embassy of Armenia and ICMEI, commemorated the illustrious legacy of filmmaker Sergei Parajanov on the occasion of his centenary celebration. The event, held at Marwah Studios, marked a poignant tribute to the visionary artist whose contributions continue to resonate within the realms of cinema and culture.

The highlight of the evening was the screening of Sergei Parajanov’s debut masterpiece, “The Color of Pomegranates,” a film revered for its poetic storytelling and visual splendor. As the audience immersed themselves in Parajanov’s cinematic universe, they were transported through a kaleidoscope of imagery and emotions, reflecting the rich tapestry of Armenian culture.

Speaking at the event, Ashok Dhingra, a distinguished filmmaker and associate dean of AAFT, shed light on Sergei Parajanov’s unparalleled creativity and his significant impact on the cinematic landscape. His remarks underscored the enduring relevance of Parajanov’s oeuvre in inspiring future generations of filmmakers.

Sandeep Marwah, President of Marwah Studios, extended a warm welcome to the attendees, emphasizing the pivotal role of cinema as a cultural ambassador. He reiterated the power of films in fostering cross-cultural understanding and appreciation, echoing the sentiment shared by H.E. Vahaagn Afyan, Ambassador of Armenia to India.

H.E. Vahaagn Afyan expressed gratitude towards ICMEi for orchestrating such a profound tribute to Sergei Parajanov, emphasizing the importance of strengthening bilateral relations between India and Armenia through cultural exchange initiatives.

In addition to the film screening, an exhibition of paintings from Armenia captivated the audience, offering a visual feast of Armenian artistry and heritage. The inauguration of this exhibition by H.E. Vahagn Afyan added an extra layer of cultural richness to the evening.

The event witnessed a distinguished gathering of ambassadors, diplomats, members of the art and culture fraternity, and aspiring filmmakers, underscoring the universal appeal of Sergei Parajanov’s cinematic legacy.

As a gesture of appreciation, Sandeep Marwah presented mementos to H.E. Vahagn Afyan, as well as to H.E. Istvan Szabo the Ambassador of Hungary to India and diplomats from Belarus, acknowledging their support and participation in the celebration.

Ashok Tyagi, Secretary-General of ICMEI, extended a heartfelt vote of thanks, acknowledging the collaborative efforts that made the event a resounding success.

The celebration of Sergei Parajanov’s centenary served as a poignant reminder of the enduring power of cinema to transcend boundaries and unite cultures in a shared celebration of creativity and human expression.

[anamon-book]

ハヌッセン 大映株式会社・事業開発部 監督：イシュトバン・サボー／出演：クラウス・マリア・ブランダウアー、エルランド・ヨセフソン ほか

[davidhudson]

Happy 85th, István Szabó.