Rise of the Raven Star Meet and Greet + Screening | Made in Hungary 2025

The Made in Hungary Film Festival celebrates the best of Hungarian film culture and highlights the creative spirit of Hungary’s film industry.

This year’s festival stays true to its mission — introducing the richness and diversity of contemporary Hungarian cinema to Los Angeles audiences. Movie lovers will have the chance to discover some of the freshest titles across a wide range of genres and themes — films that have captured large audiences in theatres and online, as well as productions that have earned international critical acclaim.

But Made in Hungary is more than just a film showcase. It’s about bringing people together, sharing powerful stories, and building cultural bridges through the art of cinema. Each screening offers a window into the unique perspectives, creativity, and emotional depth that define Hungarian filmmaking today.

The festival is organized by the National Film Institute Hungary in collaboration with the Hungarian Cultural Center – Liszt Institute New York.

Join us for an unforgettable journey through stories that move, inspire, and connect us all.

Join us for an exclusive audience meet & greet with Gellért L. Kádár, the lead actor of the latest hit TV series, on November 23 at 4 PM at Lumiere Cinema.
Don’t miss this rare chance to hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, learn about the making of this epic production, and ask Gellért your own questions about the show’s incredible success.

Right after the talk, stay for a special screening of the first two episodes of 'Rise of the Raven' at 5 PM in the cinema’s screening room — and immerse yourself in the dramatic world of János Hunyadi, one of Hungary’s most legendary historical figures.

Europe, 15th century. János Hunyadi rises above scandal and political intrigue spanning Italy, Poland, Austria, Serbia, and Hungary. Supported by two remarkable women—Elizabeth, his fearless wife, and Mara, his lost love in Sultan Murad’s court—he faces the might of the Ottoman Empire. When a massive army threatens to conquer Europe, Hunyadi leads a heroic defense that inspires Pope Callixtus III to order church bells to ring at noon—a tradition that endures to this day.

*The organizers reserve the right to alter the program without notice.

After witnessing his family’s brutal M**der by Ottoman forces, János Hunyadi devotes his life to defending Europe from Turkish invasion. While serving in the court of Serbian despot Đurađ Branković, Hunyadi is drawn into the tangled politics of Central Europe. When the Ottomans attack during the Hungarian king’s visit, John’s courage at the Battle of Golubac earns him royal favor—but costs him his love for Mara, Branković’s daughter, who is sent to Sultan Murad II’s harem to preserve peace. As Hunyadi’s legend grows, new enemies emerge from within the king’s court, where betrayal proves as dangerous as war itself.

As Ottoman attacks intensify, János Hunyadi travels to Buda seeking aid from King Sigismund, only to be forced into royal service. With the support of János Vitéz and Elizabeth Szilágyi, he realizes that loyalty to the crown is the path to confronting his true enemies. His brilliance soon earns him the king’s trust, drawing him into Sigismund’s grand political ambitions—including a dynastic marriage and the quest for the imperial crown. Meanwhile, Mara, trapped in Sultan Murad’s harem, faces new rivalries and mounting danger as her defiance puts her fate at risk.

The episodes will be screened in Hungarian with English subtitles.

Together with our wonderful community of film lovers, we celebrate the power of cinema to inspire, unite, and bring joy — we can’t wait to experience it with you!

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