Liza, the Fox-Fairy
Liza (Móni Balsai) is a nurse, seeking love. Her only company is a long-dead Japanese pop star (David Sakurai) who turns her into a fox-fairy out of jealousy. Now, every man who desires Liza shall die horribly. It's been ages since we've laughed so much with a Hungarian film. It was like watching a forgotten Wes Anderson movie or a Danish grotesque comedy with police officers, who are fans of Finnish western music; strange deaths; absurd, yet heart-warmingly charming characters; and a soundtrack that we just can't praise enough.
Where to watch:Original audio (Hungarian), English subtitles at the Mammut. For screening times go to Port or Cinema City.
For those who speak English these are the recommended upcoming session times at Mammut:
12 March, 8.20pm 13 March, 6.10pm 14 March, 1.30pm 15 March, 4pm 16 March, 8.20pm 17 March, 6.10pm 18 March, 10.30pm
Pulp: A Film About Life, Death & Supermarkets
On the surface, Florian Habicht's documentary is about the hometown reunion show of one of the most respected Brit-pop bands, Jarvis Cocker's Pulp. But the film does more, managing to explore the history of the band and the member's connection to the city where it all began. A witty, warmhearted film about the impact of where you came from and about the love there is for one of the most important British bands. For fans of Pulp this is a must-see.
Where to watch:March 5, 8.30pm at Beat On The Brat. Original audio (English), free entry.Saving Private Ryan
It's impossible to say anything new about Steven Spielberg's iconic war film that won five Academy Awards, including the one for Best Director. Starring Tom Hanks, Matt Damon, Tom Sizemore and Edward Burns, Saving Private Ryan has everything to be the one of the greatest movies made about WWII's D-day invasion. It's realistic and disturbing battle footages, touching human story, outstanding performances, emotional maturity and shows respect for the heroes of war. The story follows a group of US soldiers going behind enemy lines to retrieve a paratrooper, James Ryan (Matt Damon). If you haven't seen this classic gem yet, here is your chance.
Where to watch:March 11, 6pm at Puskin Art Cinema. Original audio (English), Hungarian subtitles.Breakfast at Tiffany's
Probably the most-well known Audrey Hepburn film, and for a reason: she absolutely lights up the screen, delivering her most stylish and iconic performance. In Blake Edwards' charming romantic comedy, a struggling writer (George Peppard) becomes more and more addicted to a young New York socialite, who happens to be his neighbour.The film's charm hasn't waned since it was first screened five decades ago, and you would need a heart of stone (or even something worse) not to fall for it. Audrey Hepburn steals the show in this iconic 60s film.
Where to watch:March 12, 6pm at Puskin Art Cinema. Original audio (English), Hungarian subtitles.
American Sniper
Clint Eastwood has returned to movie-making with a controversial drama about Chris Kyle, the most lethal sniper in the US military history. American Sniper – and especially the main actor, Bradley Cooper – succeeds in bringing Kyle's patriotism and moral dilemmas, the inhuman nature of the war machine and the questions of life and death to the screen. Although compared to films like The Hurt Locker, Eastwood leaves too many questions unanswered. However, when the film works it is filled with so much tension that even a shot to the head would feel like redemption. Unlike Chris Kyle, American Sniper sometimes misses the target, but it can still hit you when you least expect it.
Where to watch:Original audio (English), Hungarian subtitles at the following cinemas: Allee, Aréna, Westend, MOM Park, Campona and Mammut. For screening times go to Port or Cinema City.
The Woman in Black 2: Angel of Death
A good looking, decently made ghost story with a haunted house and orphaned children, who move - with their caretakers - to the long-time abandoned Eel Marsh House. Of course it soon turns out, that not everything is what it seems and when children start disappearing, one of the caretakers, Eve (Phoebe Fox), starts investigating. The sequel to James Watkins' gothic horror tale is as engaging as the first part three years ago, but lacks the suspense and Daniel Radcliffe. Still, it's nice to see a horror movie screening at cinemas.
Where to watch:Original audio (English), Hungarian subtitles at the following cinemas: Allee, Aréna, Westend, Campona and Mammut. For screening times go to Port or Cinema CityWild
It seems, that Jean-Marc Vallée is on a roll: after Dallas Buyers Club he directed another critically acclaimed, award winning film in which the main actor (this time Reese Witherspoon) delivers one of the best performance of her career. After years of reckless, destructive behavior, the death of her mother and the dissolution of her marriage, Cheryl Strayed finally decides to hike more than a thousand miles of the Pacific Crest Trail - alone. Vallée captured all the essential parts of Cheryl's mini-Odyssey with such honesty, rawness and sensitivity, that it's hard to remain cold. A beautifully photographed road movie about self-discovery and fighting your inner demons.
Where to watch:Original audio (English), Hungarian subtitles at the following places:
Allee, Aréna, Westend, Campona and Mammut.
For screening times at other cinemas go to Port or Cinema City
