As a cinephile who has spent countless hours immersed in the world of films, I must say that Hungary is truly making a name for itself in the global film industry. It’s like a chameleon, seamlessly transforming into different periods and places on the big screen. From mid-century Philadelphia to the swanky 16th arrondissement of Paris, and even fantasy planets spinning at the far end of made-up star systems, Hungary has proven its versatility.
In Brady Corbet’s Academy Award-contending film “The Brutalist,” the central character, László Toth – a fictional Jewish architect of Hungarian descent who survived a concentration camp and post-war Europe’s devastation – embarks on a journey from Budapest to the United States in search of a new life. Although Toth’s travels span a broad mid-century landscape, Corbet’s film production had a more limited reach: The majority of the movie, including its portrayal of 1950s American suburbia, was filmed in Budapest itself.
Viktoria Petrányi, representing Proton Cinema (the film’s Hungarian co-producer), acknowledges that the project was quite a formidable task. However, Corbet, Judy Becker (the production designer), and their Hungarian team demonstrated remarkable intelligence in selecting locations and successfully recreated the ambiance of 1950s America using only small fragments of Hungary’s reality.
As a movie enthusiast, I’m thrilled to see Hungary shining this awards season! Movies like “The Brutalist,” Pablo Larraín’s “Maria,” and Dennis Villeneuve’s “Dune: Part Two” are utilizing Hungary’s expansive soundstages, skilled technical crew, and attractive 30% tax incentive to create breathtaking cinematic experiences. Being home to Europe’s largest production hub, it’s impressive to witness Hungary’s versatility in recreating a wide range of periods and locations on the silver screen.
Filming locations? Covered! Luxurious Paris neighborhood and imaginary cosmic landscapes? Go for it! The desert scenes for “Dune 2” were filmed on location in Jordan and UAE, while Budapest’s studios handled the production (managed by Mid Atlantic Films). Budapest’s soundstages saw a lot of action too. To top it off, the production benefited from a 37.5% rebate for equipment and local crew expenses during their Middle Eastern trip, thanks to an incentive scheme rule that increased the production’s non-Hungarian costs by 7.5%.
In spite of the challenges posed by cost reduction, restructuring, strikes, and disruptions to worldwide manufacturing, the Hungarian industrial sector shows no signs of deceleration.
According to Adam Goodman from Mid Atlantic, even when things seem quiet, the level of production remains consistently high, similar to what we’ve experienced every year. This year alone, he handled Sky’s upcoming limited series “Amadeus” and Ryan Reynolds’ action movie “Mayday.” Just like 2024, 2025 is shaping up to be just as busy. I don’t think things will change significantly in 2025.
As a follower, I’m eagerly anticipating this development. The Hungarian government has decided to prolong its incentive program for another six years, and I believe it’s banking on continued success. Last year alone, the program attracted an annual production spend of $910 million, which is four times more than five years ago. Moreover, they are increasing their investment by expanding NFI Studios located on the outskirts of Budapest.
The National Film Institute (NFI) significantly enhanced its post-production facilities at NFI Filmlab, a renowned laboratory in Central Europe. This facility is one of the few on the continent offering comprehensive analog post-production services along with processing for both black-and-white and color films. It’s the place where film stock was developed for “The Brutalist,” “Maria,” and Yorgos Lanthimos’ “Poor Things.
Ildikó Kemény, from Pioneer Stillking Films, emphasizes that the “dependability” of the Hungarian tax refund is a significant factor contributing to the ongoing prosperity of the film industry, following their completion of production on Oscar winner László Nemes’ “Orphan.
According to her, Hungary experienced a significant increase in inflation, causing prices to skyrocket. However, we are still more economical compared to the U.K., Germany, and especially the U.S. Our effective tax rebate helps offset these rising costs. Moreover, Petrányi highlights the abundance of talented Hungarian artisans, emphasizing that the overall value remains exceptional. Currently, he is preparing the film “The Entertainment System Is Down,” a two-time Palme d’Or winner by Ruben Öslund.
It’s also worth noting that Hungary has one of Europe’s longest-standing movie production traditions, a heritage clearly demonstrated in the films produced. As Petrányi explains, “Our strength lies in our filmmakers, not just being service providers. We have the ability to collaboratively solve problems together.
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2024-11-30 20:18