A “faithless wife” burnt, her love beheaded: the brutality of old ballads
The performance explains the infidelity of a woman who cannot forget her first and true love and flees her bad marriage.
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There is too much singing in opera, Debussy said
Debussy: “I wished music to have such freedom to which it is probably better suited than any other art form…”
„Oppenheimer” Review: A Naive Genius and His Moral Quandaries
Oppenheimer is frequently called the „father of the atomic bomb” – his memento is ethically controversial to say the least.
„Stewart” Review: The Flying Scot Beats One Goliath After Another
We follow Sir Jackie Stwart on a wild ride that goes from the roaring motorsports scene to exploring profound themes…
„Dalíland” Review: Building the Ultimate Pink Pr*ck
“Dalíland” takes us on a journey into the world of the legendary surrealist artist Salvador Dalí. A review by Dora Endre.
“Renfield” Review: A Handful of Nuns and a Busload of Cheerleaders
According to our story, Renfield lives to fulfill his master Dracula’s twisted wishes, no matter how depraved they may be.
„Villeneuve Pironi” Review: Racing’s Untold Tragedy Told in a Lousy Way
Undoubtedly, “Villeneuve Pironi” truly shines when it explores the untold stories of the women behind these legendary drivers.
“Beautiful Beings” Review: Someone Lifted Me Out of the Sea
When we meet 14-year-old protagonist of Beautiful Beings, he endures bullying, physical violence, and emotional torment.
Jennifer “Jini” Lash: Extraordinary Novelist and Matriarch of the Fiennes Family
In the realm of celebrities, where actors and filmmakers take center stage, there exists a hidden gem—a woman named Jennifer Lash.
„The Ghost of Richard Harris” Review: Unmasking the World’s Angriest Man
The Ghost of Richard Harris: a wonderfully shot and edited documentary introduces us to the enigmatic actor – a man of extremes.
“Sick of Myself” Review: My Hospital Selfie Is Better Than Yours
Sick of Myself cleverly explores the lengths people go to feel noticed and valued – even if it means losing their authenticity.
„Where The Tracks End” Review: Clouds Taste Like Cotton Candy
Where the Tracks End: capturing the essence of the Mexican countryside with its sweeping landscapes and vibrant colors
„Beau Is Afraid” Review: Ballad of the Wounded Man-Child
The story revolves around Beau’s attempt to return home after a long absence – writes Dora Endre about the movie Beau is Afraid.
Antonio Castrignanò: Babilonia is traditional music, not from the past but the future
On this album, Antonio Castrignanò walks around the world and meets a lot of interesting people. Let’s walk with him!
Sándor Márai compared the sea to a mother’s womb
Hungarian writer and thinker Sándor Márai spend a huge part of his life in exile, partly in Italy. Soon we can learn more about those years.
Roberta Gambarini: suddenly I was there, hanging out with James Moody
“It was inevitable for me to move to the US”, Roberta Gambarini explains, “and to learn jazz from the most authentic source.”
About Gods and Heroes: the most popular Wagner works in the Müpa
Wagner’s operas depict passionate stories and dramatic situations: love affairs, human emotions and fateful decisions…
Studio 11 is 60 years old – interview with Gyula Tóth
We try to keep our history alive, and fortunately there are opportunities to do so – says band leader Gyula Tóth about Studio 11.
Bartók meets ska: PASO launches its new album!
Victor Rice met Hungarian PASO through his passion for Bartók. Is Jamaican ska similar to Central and Eastern European music? Come and see!
What childhood fear fantasies did Ligeti have…?
Requiem by Ligeti has an indescribably powerful effect on the listener and brings us to a true catharsis that stays with us for long.
Neptune Frost: Open Your Soul and Dare to Give In
Young adults escape from their village, and establish a new, revolutionary collective against the ruling authoritarian regime.
Inside: Is No Man an Island or Every Man an Island?
Nemo, an artist turned art aficionado slash art thief, gets trapped inside a monochrome art gallery-esque penthouse.
After Yang Review: There Is No Something Without Nothing
Yang, a certified and refurbished AI assistant beloved by his human family, needs a quick fix after a sudden breakdown.
Mísia – and her melancholic, brooding, passionate fado
Mísia uses innovative techniques because she aims to preserve the values of traditional fado while adding something new to the genre.