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The Match 1981

Original title: A mérkőzés

IMDb 7.950TMDB 8.01105 min

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Synopsis

Summer of 1956. In the small town in the Hungarian country-side, during the time the chief of police spends in a course in Budapest, Rigó Dezső is the boss with full powers. He is fighting tooth and nail to help the local football-team stay in the second national selection. During one of the matches, he beats the referee to death.

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Mood and atmosphere

Set against the backdrop of a small Hungarian town in the sweltering summer of 1956, 'The Match' immerses you in a world where passion and desperation collide. This film captures the raw emotions of loyalty, ambition, and the weight of community as it explores themes of identity and rebellion. The vibrant, sun-drenched aesthetics evoke a nostalgic longing for simpler times, while the tension of impending conflict adds an undercurrent of melancholy. Experience the struggle between hope and despair as you witness the intense atmosphere of local football culture, where dreams and ambitions can lead to both glory and tragedy. Ideal for a cozy evening of reflection, it resonates with anyone who has felt the pangs of nostalgia or the complexities of small-town life.

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