There Was a Tower: A Portrait of Mihály Víg (2022)
In socialist Hungary, during the early 1980s, underground art flourished. In this often loud, heroic, and emotion-rich world, Vig Mihály, a key member of Balaton/Trabant, represented lyricism, intimacy, and internal journeys. He composed music for the films of János Xantus, András Szirtes, and Ildikó Szabó, and later became the regular composer for the world-renowned director Béla Tarr (and was even given a lead role in the 1994 film Sátántangó). In the documentary film, he speaks about his life, the atmosphere of the era, people associated with alternative culture, and his relationship with them, in an extremely personal and detailed way. We learn his thoughts on literature, music, film, and, in general, the world. He is a relaxed, funny character who is aware of his own limitations, does not deny the darker sides of his personality, but is able to look at his fate with satisfaction.
Cast
- Mihály Víg - Self
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is There Was a Tower: A Portrait of Mihály Víg about?
- In socialist Hungary, during the early 1980s, underground art flourished. In this often loud, heroic, and emotion-rich world, Vig Mihály, a key member of Balaton/Trabant, represented lyricism, intimacy, and internal journeys. He composed music for the films of János Xantus, András Szirtes, and Ildikó Szabó, and later became the regular composer for the world-renowned director Béla Tarr (and was even given a lead role in the 1994 film Sátántangó). In the documentary film, he speaks about his life, the atmosphere of the era, people associated with alternative culture, and his relationship with them, in an extremely personal and detailed way. We learn his thoughts on literature, music, film, and, in general, the world. He is a relaxed, funny character who is aware of his own limitations, does not deny the darker sides of his personality, but is able to look at his fate with satisfaction.
- Who directed There Was a Tower: A Portrait of Mihály Víg?
- There Was a Tower: A Portrait of Mihály Víg was directed by András Kécza.
- Who stars in There Was a Tower: A Portrait of Mihály Víg?
- There Was a Tower: A Portrait of Mihály Víg stars Mihály Víg.
- How long is There Was a Tower: A Portrait of Mihály Víg?
- There Was a Tower: A Portrait of Mihály Víg has a runtime of 1h 43m (103 minutes).
- What genre is There Was a Tower: A Portrait of Mihály Víg?
- There Was a Tower: A Portrait of Mihály Víg is a Documentary, Music film.