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IMDb19881h 58mHungary

Floating Free

Úgy érezte, szabadon él

Synopsis

This László Vitézy documentary examines the sensitive topic of drug use in Hungary. The work, dating from 1988, was the first to give a voice to disadvantaged individuals whose very existence had been a taboo. In addition to unpicking the tragic personal stories of drug users just surviving on the fringes of late Kádár-era society, another important purpose of the film was that it investigated the ‘official’ side of the problem as well. It is evident from what those interviewed had to say that meaningful steps were put off for decades by the fact that the whole issue of drugs was a forbidden subject in Hungary.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
László Vitézy
Original Title
Úgy érezte, szabadon él
Country of Origin
Hungary
Spoken Languages
Hungarian
Runtime
1h 58m
Production Studios
Objektív Filmstúdió Vállalat

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

László Vitézy

Department Leadership Roster

László Vitézy

László Vitézy

Director

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Frequently Asked Questions About Floating Free

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Floating Free about?

This László Vitézy documentary examines the sensitive topic of drug use in Hungary. The work, dating from 1988, was the first to give a voice to disadvantaged individuals whose very existence had been a taboo. In addition to unpicking the tragic personal stories of drug users just surviving on the fringes of late Kádár-era society, another important purpose of the film was that it investigated the ‘official’ side of the problem as well. It is evident from what those interviewed had to say that meaningful steps were put off for decades by the fact that the whole issue of drugs was a forbidden subject in Hungary.

Who directed Floating Free?

Floating Free was directed by László Vitézy.

Who stars in Floating Free?

The principal cast of Floating Free includes Feró Nagy, Cseke Attila, Solt Otília, Dr. Kacziba Antal, Dr. Kisszékelyi Ödön.

When was Floating Free released and how long is it?

Floating Free was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 58m.