Toronto Hungarian Film Festival 2024
The Toronto Hungarian Film Festival 2024 returns for its second year from September 27 to 29th, paying tribute to the legendary actress Mari Törőcsik.
Held at the iconic Carlton Cinema, the Toronto Hungarian Film Festival 2024 offers an exciting lineup of Hungarian films from 2023, showcasing the richness of Hungarian cinema. Organised in collaboration with the Consulate General of Hungary in Toronto and several prominent Hungarian entities in the Greater Toronto Area, this event is set to captivate film enthusiasts.
Honoring a Legend: Mari Törőcsik
Mari Törőcsik (1935–2021) was a renowned Hungarian actress whose career spanned over five decades. Her debut at the 1956 Cannes Film Festival in “Körhinta” (Merry-Go-Round) garnered international acclaim, and she continued to impress audiences with her powerful performances in over 100 films. The Toronto Hungarian Film Festival 2024 honours her legacy, celebrating her contributions to cinema, theater, and television.
Festival Lineup: A Cinematic Feast
The festival offers a diverse array of films that reflect the depth and diversity of Hungarian storytelling. Each film will be presented with English subtitles, ensuring accessibility for all attendees.
Featured Films:
- “Semmelweis“ (2023): A gripping drama about Dr. Ignác Semmelweis’s fight against puerperal fever in 1847 Vienna. Screening on September 27 at 7:00 PM.
- “Mastergame“ (2023): A tale of love and revolution during the 1956 Russian invasion. Screening on September 27 at 9:30 PM.
- “Mrs. Déry, Where Are You?” (1975): A poignant drama about an aging stage legend. Screening on September 28 at 4:00 PM.
- “Four Souls of Coyote“ (2023): An animated film addressing Native American protests against an oil pipeline. Screening on September 28 at 6:00 PM.
- “All About Levkoviches“ (2024): A touching documentary-drama about an elderly boxing coach and his estranged son. Screening on September 28 at 8:30 PM.
- “1968 – A Reconstruction of Love“ (2022): A docu-drama inspired by true events during Hungary’s political turmoil. Screening on September 29 at 6:30 PM.
Celebrate Hungarian Cinema
With a line-up that promises to entertain, educate, and inspire, the Toronto Hungarian Film Festival 2024 is an unmissable event for film lovers. Tickets are on sale now, offering single screenings and festival passes for full access.
Event Details:
- Where: Carlton Cinema, 20 Carlton St., Toronto
- Date: September 27-29, 2024
- Website: https://www.tohuff.com
- Tickets: $12. Tickets are available via Mari Törőcsik Hungarian Film Festival Toronto
Featured Photo via Mari Törőcsik Hungarian Film Festival Toronto
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