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The Exam

"Don't trust anyone. Don't trust yourself."

October 13, 2011 1h 29m 6.7/10 (29 votes)

Originally released in 2011. The Exam is a drama/history film. directed by Péter Bergendy. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring János Kulka, Zsolt Nagy, and Péter Scherer

Synopsis

Budapest, Hungary, Christmas 1957. The state, insecure after the defeated revolution of 1956 and increasingly put under the influence of a renewed Stalinist atmosphere, has decreed that all security officials must pass an exam to verify their loyalty. But to be actually effective in a shadowy world where suspicion and secrets reign, the subjects must be unaware that they are being tested.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 13, 2011 14 years ago
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Runtime 1h 29m 89 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (29 votes)
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Language HU Original language
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Country Hungary Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
HU

Production Companies

  • Uniofilm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Exam about?

Budapest, Hungary, Christmas 1957. The state, insecure after the defeated revolution of 1956 and increasingly put under the influence of a renewed Stalinist atmosphere, has decreed that all securit...

Who directed The Exam?

The Exam was directed by Péter Bergendy.

How long is The Exam?

The Exam has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).

When was The Exam released?

The Exam was released on October 13, 2011 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Exam?

The main cast of The Exam includes János Kulka, Zsolt Nagy, Péter Scherer, Gabriella Hámori, Péter Haumann.