description Kontroll Overview
Kontroll is a 2003 Hungarian comedy-drama film set within the Budapest Metro. The story unfolds through tense encounters between metro staff and passengers, investigating a potential crime. Its notable realism and exploration of social dynamics garnered attention at international art house screenings. It’s relevant for viewers interested in character studies and narratives examining everyday conflict within urban environments.
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info Kontroll Specifications
| Country | Hungary |
| Year | 2003 |
help Kontroll FAQ
Why is Kontroll set entirely in the Budapest Metro?
Nimrod Antal uses the fictionalized Budapest Metro as a sealed-off world for ticket inspectors, fare dodgers, and a possible killer. The title refers to ticket inspection, which is the everyday job of Bulcsu and his crew.
Who is Bulcsu in Kontroll?
Bulcsu, played by Sandor Csanyi, is a ticket inspector who sleeps underground and avoids returning to normal life above the metro. His rivalries, the dangerous rail-running dare, and the hooded figure on the platforms drive much of the film's tension.
Did Kontroll play outside Hungary?
Yes, the 2003 Hungarian film traveled widely through art-house and festival circuits. It screened in the Un Certain Regard section at Cannes in 2004 and won the Gold Hugo at the Chicago International Film Festival.
What did Nimrod Antal direct after Kontroll?
After Kontroll, Nimrod Antal moved into English-language genre filmmaking, including Vacancy in 2007 and Predators in 2010. Kontroll remains his breakout Hungarian feature and is still the film most tied to Budapest's underground setting.
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