New Gilgames movie poster

New Gilgames

March 2, 1963 1h 34m

Originally released in 1963. New Gilgames is a drama film. directed by Mihály Szemes.

Starring Iván Darvas, Edit Domján, and Sándor Pécsi

Synopsis

The story recalling the spirit of Gilgamesh, the Sumerian king quarrelling with his approaching death, takes place in a cancer hospital in Budapest. Dávid, the young ethnography scientist resigned to his lot and is indifferent to his approaching death. His specialist reckons, however, that such a searching and stubborn mind with thorough knowledge of the nature of his own illness, will be able to fight death.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 2, 1963 62 years ago
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Runtime 1h 34m 94 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country Hungary Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Hunnia Filmstúdió

Frequently Asked Questions

What is New Gilgames about?

The story recalling the spirit of Gilgamesh, the Sumerian king quarrelling with his approaching death, takes place in a cancer hospital in Budapest. Dávid, the young ethnography scientist resigned...

Who directed New Gilgames?

New Gilgames was directed by Mihály Szemes.

How long is New Gilgames?

New Gilgames has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).

When was New Gilgames released?

New Gilgames was released on March 2, 1963 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in New Gilgames?

The main cast of New Gilgames includes Iván Darvas, Edit Domján, Sándor Pécsi, Szilvia Dallos, Gyula Gózon.