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21 Oct

One-and-a-half hour with The Dalai Lama – The Teachings of Happiness

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The Dalai Lama – The Teachings of Happiness stars His Holiness, the 14th Dalai Lama, who, at nearly 90 years old, sits down face to face with the viewer to talk about the simple questions of life – happiness, suffering, peace and compassion – with a directness and wisdom that is both timeless and urgently relevant.

This is His Holiness’s last film appearance.

The film is not a traditional biographical portrait or collection of teachings, but a kind of moving meditation in which one of humanity’s greatest thinkers looks into the camera – and into us. In the light of the state of the world, its global environmental, social and moral crises, the film shows how we can still live with hope … if we look within ourselves for the source of happiness, and thus the key to the solution – and for this, it also offers practical guidelines and simple coping techniques that can be incorporated into everyday life for all those who strive for a more balanced, harmonious life.

The Dalai Lama – The Teachings of Happiness is not a film, but an hour and a half of presence in which the Dalai Lama himself inspires viewers – regardless of their religion or beliefs – to look at politics, globalization, the climate crisis and the nature of human relationships from a broader perspective. Guided by the Dalai Lama’s words, the film uses poignant images to reveal the beauty and threat of our world, which is so heavily influenced by human activity. In the film, the Dalai Lama introduces the viewer to small steps that anyone can take to develop their awareness beyond the zeitgeist and political currents by practicing deep compassion for all living beings.

The film is an extraordinary collaboration between writer-director Barbara Miller, writer-director-producer Philip Delaquis, and humanitarian and Golden Globe-winning actor Richard Gere. Gere, a personal disciple of the Dalai Lama for 45 years and a committed Buddhist, said of the film, “It could have a profound impact on the future.”

It arrives in domestic cinemas on October 30th.

Distributor: Juno11

Recommender: Aggie Reiter

13 Oct

“PURE MADNESS” – WOODY ALLEN WORLD PREMIERE – CENTRAL THEATER @ BUDAPEST

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November, 7. 2025.

District, VI., 18. Révay Street -Budapest

Author Woody Alan latest play, written in 2024.

In the coming month, on the 7th of November, Woody Allen’s latest play, Pure Madness, will be soon celebrating his 90th birthday and the FAB news is to have its world premiere at the Central Theater in Budapest. His self-confession. with the master’s usual dry humor, speaks about women, neurosis, theater, snobbery, combining the personality trait of neuroticism.
The play is directed by Tamás Puskás. The play’s actors Gábor Hevér, Nóra Parti, Dorina Martinovics, Tamás Szabó Kimmel and Eszter Balla will take to the stage.

Play’s Translator: Samu Puskás, Dávid Puskás

Photo by Sárosi Zoltán

Tickets on the spot. Further information hop over to http://www.centralszinhaz.hu

Updated by Aggie Reiter

4 Oct

Herald News: Candlelight – Tribute to ABBA @ Budapest 2025.

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Sunday, October.12.2025. – 8.30 p.m.

Venue: at the candlelit auditorium of the Anantara New York Palace Budapest Hotel.


The Fever Candlelight Concerts, open a world of the glow of candles meets the charm of live music, creating an atmosphere of enchantment and romance. The tribute performances blend seamlessly under the soft illumination of candlelight.

Candlelight koncert have already made its way to many countries around the world in Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, India, Italy, Mexico, Romania, Singapore, the United Kingdom and the United States and now arrives to Budapest Hungary.
Seats are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Be swept away by the timeless beauty of ABBA songs for your eyes and ears …
Thousands of candles … one-of-a-kind eperience by curated selection of songs played in a way you’ve never heard before …
Dancing Queen
SOS
Money, Money, Money
The Winner Takes it All
Voulez-Vous
Angeleyes
Waterloo
Fernando
Knowing Me, Knowing You
Chiquitita
Lay All Your Love On Me
Super Trouper
Mamma Mia
Performers: String Quartet – Luminare String Quartet

Relive the glitz of the 70’s and the golden age of disco or discover what the era was like.

No children under 8 yrs. old are permitted. All guests aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Candlelight presented by FEVER

Update by Aggie Reiter

24 Sep

HBO Max New Docuseries “Pogány Induló” – “As Mother Would Say”

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Between the 25th of October and the 2nd of November, the most important international films will once again play the leading role at the 2nd. BIFF – Budapest International Film Festival at the Budapest Corvin Cinema before the premiere within the II. BIFF program. BIFF‘s… main goal is to maintain a focus on independent and experimental filmmaking by showcasing emerging talents and established auteurs.

The 4-part docuseries debuts on HBO Max before the premiere with the “Pogány Induló” – “As Mother Would Say” – … a coming-of-age story, career path and age imprint, directed by Márk Olivér Tóth, Hégető – Honorka Award-winning journalist and doumengtary filmmaker and produced by HBO and The Speak Easy Project … In a nutshell: Marci, a teenage boy from Szeged explodes onto the internet in just a few months. Everything begins in a dorm room: under the name Pogány Induló, he starts rapping, and his unusually deep voice combined with intelligent lyrics quickly carves out a path for him. However, his musical career soon proves difficult to balance with school, and before long he finds himself in Budapest. He pours his struggles into honest, profound lyrics that rapidly grow him a devoted Gen Z fanbase. Today, tens of thousands attend his concerts, and his songs are streamed by millions. Yet alongside his success, he also faces personal and public challenges that place a heavy physical and mental burden on him. Marci sets an incredible pace … See! can he keep it up?

Tóth Olivér Márk began his career as a news editor and has been working in documentary film since 2017. As a journalist, he produces online video reports. In 2022, he began shooting his documentary series Pogány Induló – “What Would Mother Say.”

The docuseries will later be also available on HBO.

Update by Aggie Reiter

19 Sep

Elisabeth a.k.a. Sisi – Erkel Thearter

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Erkel Theater

Friday, 7 p.m. – October, 3, 2025

District VIII., 30. Pope II. János Pál pápa Square – Budapest


The beautiful queen of the Hungarians, nicknamed Sisi, has previously presented an era in both film and various stage productions, inviting viewers on a captivating journey into the luxurious yet tragic world of the Habsburgs in the musical Elisabeth, which evokes the life of Sisi. The Hungarian adaptation of the play, which has become deservedly famous in many countries around the world, will be presented by the Erkel Theater from October 3rd. Now the veil has fallen on the previously secret cast.

The audience can welcome on stage … The role of Elisabeth is played by Bernadett Vágó and Réka Bori, the young Sisi is played by Gyopár Kovács and Virág Pásztor. Péter Puskás-Dallos and Péter Dávid Cseh will take the stage as Ferenc József, while Tamás Veréb and Balázs Koltai-Nagy will take the stage as Death. Márk Lucheni will be the Man and Attila Serbán will be in the Erkel, and Dóra Szinetár will play Archduchess Zsófia.

It debuted on the stage of the Theater an der Wien in Vienna more than 30 years ago, and since then, the play Elisabeth, which presents the unique face of the fate of the Habsburg Empress Sisi, is considered the most outstanding work of musical literature and a cult play worldwide. The performance is not just a historical musical, but a deeply human drama about love, loss and the inevitability of death, which sheds new light on the figure and legacy of the empress. Both Michael Kunze’s libretto and Sylvester Levay’s music strive to reveal the nuanced, emotional side of Sisi’s life, while the character of Death appears on stage not only as a menacing, but also as a passionate and almost loving figure. The play combines historical events and personal destinies in a novel way in the genre of musical theatre. Szente Vajk’s direction also offers a unique approach by dividing Sisi’s life into two stages, dedicating separate actors to portray the young and mature, fully feminine title character.

The theater has also chosen a special way to present the cast. A veil of several hundred square meters descended from the facade of the Erkel with the help of the audience gathered in front of the building, evoking Sisi’s wedding – which also returns in the performance. Then the veil was lifted from the cast of the play.

Purchasing the ticket available on the spot.

Recommender: Aggie Reiter

13 Sep

Parlament Grand Hall Ceremonial Results 2025.

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The 2025 awards ceremony took place in the Grand Hall of the Parliament of this year’s Value and Quality Grand Prize Competition.

The openning presentation was held by Ildikó Kiss Károlyné, founder of the Value and Quality Grand Prix Competition System – Q.: “When the Value and Quality Grand Prix Competition was announced in March, most businesses were aware that if they wanted to plan for the long term, they had no other option but to make room for developments, innovation, and ideas based on continuous situational analyses, but many existing uncertainties warned businesses to be cautious. We were pleased to see that the number of newly awarded applicants had increased significantly, and the standard of the works accepted in the most diverse topics was also exceptionally high. We can say that the rank and importance of the Value and Quality Grand Prix Competition and the associated trademark remain unwaveringly significant, said the managing director.

János Latorcai, the Chief Patron of the Value and Quality Grand Prix Competition, highlighted in his welcoming speech by saying Q,: ” The domestic economy continues to be strongly supported by consumer consumption despite the difficulties of the external environment.”

András Tállai Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Agriculture. said: Q.:” By awarding the Value and Quality Award Certification Trademark, we not only recognize the work done and its results, but also the efforts made by the applicants for the qualitative development of the domestic economy“.

This year, as a result of the strict five-round evaluation, 40 works from 34 applicants earned the use of the Value and Quality Award Certification Trademark. In addition to the 12 applications from Budapest, 15 applications came from Eastern Hungary and 10 applications came from the western part of the country. 2 applications were submitted by foreign enterprises from Transylvania, and 1 application came from Slovakia.

As is tradition, the main group of agricultural and food products received the most nominations, accounting for 40%. This was followed by the group of cosmetic products and a wide range of leisure-related services, also in higher percentages.

In recognition of their performance, the organizers, as well as various companies, public authorities, and civil organizations, offered additional valuable special prizes to successful applicants and applications in the Value and Quality Grand Prize Competition.

The applications deemed most outstanding were awarded the Value and Quality Grand Prix Certification Trademark and the Value and Quality Grand Prix Honorary Title for the duration of the trademark use. The Standard Awards and Special Awards are certified by a certificate of honor in Hungarian and English, designed by graphic artist Károly Balázs. Its symbol is a unique trophy designed by Andrea Szőcs, the Ferenczy Noémi Award-winning applied artist.

Riport by Aggie Reiter

11 Sep

Welcome to World stars coming to the Hungarian Film Marathon!

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Keep your eyes wide open because the National Film Institute Hungary (NFI) is organizing its 8th Budapest Classics Film Marathon between September, 16.-21. 2025.


The Budapest Classics Film Marathon was established in the Year 2017. Since then each year has had been honoured guest with their presence of international stars such as Claudia Cardinale, Pierre Richard, Udo Kier, Jean-Marc Barr, Kevin and Andrew Macdonald, Wim Wenders and Costa Gavras.

This year presence of stars arriving again … David Cronenberg, Atom Egoyan and Robert Lantos.

Film directors David Cronenberg and Atom Egoyan, as well as producer Robert Lantos will be the guests of honor at the BKFM. Egoyan, Cronenberg and Lantos have been considered one of the defining trios of the overseas film industry for decades. They are prominent figures in world cinema, and their works have received enormous attention worldwide at the largest festivals. Supporting the unique style and artistic vision of the two large-format directors, Robert Lantos has created works that are now considered classics, such as Beautiful Days to Come , Carambol , eXistenZ – The Game of Life , Eastern Promises – Murderous Promises , Ararat , In the Prison of Truth or Remember! These mentioned will be all of which will be screened during the Budapest Classic Film Marathon. The three creators will personally participate in the festival of restored films: David Cronenberg is coming to Budapest for the first time, while Atom Egoyan is visiting the Hungarian capital again after 20 years.

There will be roundtable discussions to follow below:
September, 18. 17.30 – Urania
The Producer and the Director
Conversation with Robert Lantos, David Cronenberg, Atom Egoyan and István Szabó.
Moderated by Lili Mesterházy, film critic.
Language of the program: English with Hungarian interpretation.

September, 18.09. 5.30 p.m. – Uránia
Screening: Ararat (director: Atom Egoyan, 2002, 115’)
After the screening, conversation with Atom Egoyan and Robert Lantos.
Moderated by Gábor Osváth.
Language of the program: English with Hungarian interpretation.

September, 18. – 7.15. p.m.- Art+ Cinema
Screening: Mr. Universe (director: György Szomjas, 1988, 98’)
After the screening, conversation with Ibolya Fekete, György Kovács, Georg Pintér, Judit Tóth.
Moderated by György Báron, film critic.
Language of the program: Hungarian.

September, 19. 5.15 p.m. – French Institute
Screening: Band of Outsiders (director: Jean-Luc Godard, 1964, 95’)
Cult film or classic? The Special Squad then and now
After the screening, round-table with the authors of “Filmvilág magazine”.
Guests: Sándor Baski, Beja Margitházi, Attila Varró.
Language of the program: Hungarian.

September,19..- 5.30 p.m. – Urania
Screening: Shawkat Mystery (director: Ágnes Maksay, 2019.)
Supporting film: In the Land of the Pyramids (director: Gábor Takács (Gyrögy Czabarka, Tamás Fehéri), 1954, 29’), Egyptian actor at Budapest Film Studio (1958.)
After the screening: discussion with Ágnes Maksay and Lóránd Boros.
Moderated by Márton Kurutz.
Language of the program: Hungarian.

September, 21. – 5 p.m. – Urania
Screening: The Last But One (director: Károly Makk, 1963.)
Supporting film: Deep Water (director: Marcell Jankovics, 1970.)
After the screening, conversation with Tamás Andor, Gábor Gelencsér, Péter Fazakas.
Moderated by Eszter Fazekas.
Language of the program: Hungarian.

The National Film Institute Hungary extends to this celebration of art at the giant open-air cinema at the Szent István Square, the Uránia National Film Theater, Toldi cinema, Art+ Cinema, the French Institute, Budapest Music Center and furthermore in the run-up to Film Marathon, at the Müpa Budapest on the 14th of September, with an all-day program of puppet films, animations and film concerts to please the small children tuning-up for Film Marathon will hold for the young cinemagoers puppet films by István Imre, creator of the legendary Mekk Elek, complete with music by György Ránki and György Kurtág, before the mesmerizing Saffi, the Treasure of Swamp Castle (Szaffi) from Attila Dargay. There is a series of brilliant film concerts for movie buffs as well. Győr Philharmonic Orchestra perform to the Sándor Korda silent picture The Man of Gold (Az aranyember). Film history’s most famous locomotive is also conjured up in the Bartók Béla National Concert Hall starring Buster Keaton, with the collaboration of Budafok Dohnányi Orchestra.

From the 16th of September, Budapest Classics Film Marathon pays tribute to the legacy of Károly Makk, defining personality of Hungarian film art, with ten of his recently restored works. The immortal comedy Liliomfi can be watched on the big screen in renovated form, glorying in all its original colour.

Recommender – Aggie Reiter

10 Sep

Update News: World-class wines one place @ Castle District – Budapest.

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Missed it last year? You wouldn’t want to do it again this year.

The 34rd Budapest Wine Festival open on Sunday, September 14, between 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., the Főőrség Restaurant and Café and will transform into a sanctuary of gastronomy. Guests will be welcomed with premium champagnes, a refined gourmet menu, and live music. This event is perfect for those who wish to enloose their afternoon with wine tastings along the charming streets of the Castle District.

Every year, the Budapest Wine Festival strives to showcase the finest in both Hungarian and international winemaking. This year, once again, the public can discover the award-winning wines of prestigious international competitions through the “All Stars” program. This exclusive selection serves as a guide for all those who wish to explore wines recognized by international expert jury. Special emphasis is given to the medal-winning wines of the VinAgora International Wine Competition, which is the only internationally accredited wine contest in Hungary, while the winners of the world’s most renowned foreign competitions will also be featured in the program.

A three-course champagne tasting will make the occasion even more special, highlighted by the ceremonial opening of a monumental 6-liter Drappier Carte d’Or Mathusalem bottle. In addition, unlimited award-winning VinAgora wines, freshly brewed coffees, and premium teas will be available. Immerse yourself in the flavors, enjoy the spectacle of the open kitchen, and discover every tempting creation of the gourmet menu.

During the event the wines of three New World powerhouses will be together offering a glimpse of the finest wines on th spot. The Tri-Nations Alliance (WineAge) trio arrives: Australia, South Africa, and New Zealand.

Savor Australia’s sun-kissed Shiraz, South Africa’s Chenin Blanc and Pinotage blending tradition with modernity, and New Zealand’s fresh, vibrant Sauvignon Blancs and elegant Pinot Noirs, all waiting to be discovered. Around 50 wines will be available, including selections from renowned wineries as well as true rarities.

Days and hours to comfort your thirst for fresh … vibrant wines to be discovered, it’s coming this week-end: Thursday, September, 11a.m. – 2p.m. … Friday, September, 12. – 2 p.m. – Midnight … Saturday, September, 13. – 2 p.m. – 1 a.m. … Sunday, September, 14. – 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. (Sunday Brunch between 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.)

Updated by Aggie Reiter

9 Sep

Get Ready … On your mark Kraft Beer Festival … Whoa!

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Local and regional breweries from the neighboring countries … plus the selection of the local distributors and the specialties of domestic beer shops again this year in September hit the beer road to the Dürer Kert (Garden), Budapest.

KRAFT has always been for many at the bottom of their hearts. A beer festival featuring regional names where Hungarian kraft breweries are in the spotlight. It’s not an unlimited all-you-can-drink festival (perhaps we’re better known for that), but a token-based, pay-per-drink, casual event for not only the beer geeks but every beer fan (even the ones who just started their journey with special beers).

Needless to say, there will be concerts in the background, also invited food trucks and selectors-djs, but basically, wish to have an all-round, close-knit, outdoor festival with all the good vibes.

The Budapest Beer Week team evokes the unparalleled, liberating atmosphere of international beer festivals with this event, as for the brewers will personally tap their beers, so can have a nice talk between barrel-aged imperial stouts and fruity berliner weisses. Of course, there will also be classic lagers and ales for lovers of more traditional flavors, to make sure everyone finds their happiness at the end of the day.

The entry to the festival is FREE of Charge, but if anyone should like to have some more beers, will have to purchase a KRAFT branded festival-glass, and some tokens. The official currency of the festival is the token. All the BPBW and KRAFT glassware from the previous years are valid, just like the KRAFT tokens you have left from the previous editions.

Why is it worth jumping on the bandwagon now? Besides saving money, there’s another reason: this year, only those who purchase discounted token packages in advance will be guaranteed the official 2025 limited tasting glass. By the second half of the festival, chances are only previous years’ glasses will be left in stock, so if you’re aiming for the brand-new 2025 edition, plan ahead! On th spot options to choose from in 3–4–5 dl sizes, and anyone may also bring their favorite glass from a past year.

Opening hours:
Thursday … September, 11. 4 p.m. – 1 a.m.
Friday … September, 12. 3 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Saturday … September 13. Noon – 2 a.m.
Sunday … September, 14. Noon – 10.30 p.m.

Discover the heart of the Dürer Kert (Garden) nightlife … stroll along the socalled “pub tour” and enjoy your timeout with friends and fantastic beers beside great live music.

Recommender: Aggie Reiter

23 Jul

Getting Around: Splish-Splash … Just for One Night Saturday, July. 26. 2025.

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Needn’t have to wait so long in just a couple of days … Here you go to one of the more than 50 mineral bath and/or Spa at the Nighttime Hungary’s event … which will be held again this year on Staturday, July. 26. 2025.
The numerous spas will welcome visitors with extended opening hours and programs. The event aims to offer entertaining programs at the spas, promoting Hungarian spa culture. More than 40 spas coutrywide will join the event, in Budapest and throughout the country’s regions as well. Namely some of them: Aquaworld, Lupa Beach, as well as the spas in Zalakaros and Sárvár. A variety of programs await both mermaids and mermen to immerse themselves in the thermal baths indoor and open air pools. Visitors will be welcomed entertained during the nighttime bathing with musical programs, sauna sessions, and other entertaining events. The goal of the event is for the spas to remain open in the evenings and to welcome guests with special programs, as well as to promote the spas.

In addition to night bathing, there will also be live concerts, children’s programs, sauna sessions, slide competitions, and other entertaining activities at the baths.

Highlights of the Night … In certain baths, alongside musical night bathing, there are also option to foam parties, fire juggler shows, and discos.

Each Baths/Spas have different closing hours until next day Sunday, July. 27. 2025. It is worth looking inadvance.

THE BATHS ARE NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR CHILDREN UNDER 14 YEARS OLD

Ticket purchase: It is worth buying tickets in advance from the web shops to avoid queuing.

What a Night by Aggie Reiter

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