Hunky Blues
“The American Dream”
Synopsis
The internationally acclaimed director and recipient of the Erasmus Award in 2007, Péter Forgács created a documentary exploring the fate of hundred thousands of Hungarian men and women who arrived to the United States between 1890 and 1921. To tell their sagas Forgács weaved this grand epic from the early American cinema, found footage, photographs and interviews. The film reveals the difficult moments of arrival, integration and assimilation, which eventually fed the happiness of the later generations and their fulfillment of the American dream.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Péter Forgács
- Original Title
- Hunky Blues
- Country of Origin
- Hungary
- Spoken Languages
- English, Hungarian
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Péter Forgács
Péter Sass
Gábor Kovács
Department Leadership Roster
Péter Forgács
Director
Péter Sass
Editor
Gábor Kovács
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Hunky Blues.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hunky Blues
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What is Hunky Blues about?
The internationally acclaimed director and recipient of the Erasmus Award in 2007, Péter Forgács created a documentary exploring the fate of hundred thousands of Hungarian men and women who arrived to the United States between 1890 and 1921. To tell their sagas Forgács weaved this grand epic from the early American cinema, found footage, photographs and interviews. The film reveals the difficult moments of arrival, integration and assimilation, which eventually fed the happiness of the later generations and their fulfillment of the American dream.
Who directed Hunky Blues?
Hunky Blues was directed by Péter Forgács.
Who stars in Hunky Blues?
The principal cast of Hunky Blues includes Not specified.
When was Hunky Blues released and how long is it?
Hunky Blues was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.