Satantango (1994)
Original title: Sátántangó
Satantango is a 1994 Hungarian-language drama movie directed by Béla Tarr, with a running time of 7h 12m. It stars Mihály Víg, Putyi Horváth and Székely B. Miklós.
Inhabitants of a small village in Hungary deal with the effects of the fall of Communism. The town's source of revenue, a factory, has closed, and the locals, who include a doctor and three couples, await a cash payment offered in the wake of the shuttering. Irimias, a villager thought to be dead, returns and, unbeknownst to the locals, is a police informant. In a scheme, he persuades the villagers to form a commune with him.
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What is Satantango about?
Inhabitants of a small village in Hungary deal with the effects of the fall of Communism. The town's source of revenue, a factory, has closed, and the locals, who include a doctor and three couples, await a cash payment offered in the wake of the shuttering. Irimias, a villager thought to be dead, returns and, unbeknownst to the locals, is a police informant. In a scheme, he persuades the villagers to form a commune with him.
When was Satantango released?
Satantango was released on 8 February 1994.
How long is Satantango?
Satantango runs 7h 12m.
Who made Satantango?
Satantango was directed by Béla Tarr.
Where can I watch Satantango?
Satantango is available on Eternal Family and Kanopy.
Where to watch Satantango
Stream: Eternal Family
Watch free: Kanopy