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The Blue Danube Waltz

The Blue Danube Waltz

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Status

Released

Release Date

May 30, 1992

Runtime

1h 30m

Genres

Drama, Comedy

User Score

75%

Original Title

Kék Duna keringö

Director

Miklós Jancsó

Description

When Hungary's newest prime minister is shot and killed at a reception, the resulting investigation is necessarily swift and comprehensive. This compelling political thriller uncovers two prime suspects: the woman who guns the leader down, and a man who was friends with both the prime minister and his murderer. Using video surveillance footage, as well as other more artful and symbolic imagery, the noted "visualist" director Miklos Jancso, who is known for his craft in getting his points across non-verbally, combines fantasy and reality in a highly ironic manner.