The MNF brought 52 feature films to this year?s EFM. It showed for the first time to international buyers The Exam, directed by Péter Bergendy, Zsombor Dyga?s Question in Details and the animator Marcell Jankovics?s monumental work The Tragedy of Man. Among the other films the fund brought to Berlin were popular features by young directors such as Fresh Air, White Palms and Dealer. It will also offered post-production titles such as the 3D version of the animated feature The District! and the comedy Couch Surf.
The MNF made deals with a number of industry players at the event that are expected to be closed in the coming weeks. Among the successful transactions was the sale of The Exam and White Palms for cinema, television and DVD distribution to Iran?s IRIB Media.
The MNF and HITA will team up again to promote Hungarian film at the Marché du Film in Cannes in May.