The Midas Touch
Originally released in 1989. The Midas Touch is a drama film. directed by Géza Bereményi.
Starring Károly Eperjes, Judit Pogány, and Enikő Eszenyi
Synopsis
A deep drama about life in Hungary after the WW2 until the revolt against Russians in '56. The main character is the head of the black market in Budapest. He thinks he can buy everyone and everything but at the end he must face that he can't buy life. A must-see for everyone. Casting involves some of the greatest Hungarian actors. The story takes place in the eighth district of Budapest focusing on the market place on Teleki square which is still working. The movie contains some archive footage of real fight during the revolution.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 9, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
1h 44m
104 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (7 votes)
Language
HU
Original language
Country
Hungary
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- HU
Production Companies
- Hunnia Filmstúdió
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Midas Touch about?
A deep drama about life in Hungary after the WW2 until the revolt against Russians in '56. The main character is the head of the black market in Budapest. He thinks he can buy everyone and everythi...
Who directed The Midas Touch?
The Midas Touch was directed by Géza Bereményi.
How long is The Midas Touch?
The Midas Touch has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
When was The Midas Touch released?
The Midas Touch was released on February 9, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Midas Touch?
The main cast of The Midas Touch includes Károly Eperjes, Judit Pogány, Enikő Eszenyi, Barnabás Tóth, Péter Andorai.