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White Butterfly
Riri, will be free from her stepmother when she marries Leo and leaves for Jakarta. But Leo is a supplier of women, for a high-class brothel, owned by Mama Rosa. Thus Riri is "forced" to be a resident of the brothel. Ferdi, her friend from the village, who opens a tyre shop near the brothel, abuses her. Ferdi is drunk, and forces Riri to have sex with him. Then, Ferdi is tortured by the brothel bouncers, until he is burning for revenge. He then becomes a waiter at a kick-boxing club, and becomes an amateur boxer, while Riri still continues her profession. One day, they meet each other in a shopping center and Ferdi asks Riri to run away with him. When the men of Mama Rosa finds them, Ferdi knocks them out one by one with a broken beer bottle. He is thrown into jail while Riri waits for him.
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Plot Summary
In the aftermath of World War II, a former soldier named György is haunted by memories of his wartime experiences. He struggles to reintegrate into civilian life and cope with the trauma he endured. The film explores themes of guilt, loss, and the enduring impact of conflict on individuals and society. György grapples with his past as he attempts to find peace and understanding in a changed world.
Critical Reception
White Butterfly received critical acclaim for its powerful portrayal of the psychological toll of war and its masterful direction. It is considered a significant work in Hungarian cinema, lauded for its unflinching look at the human cost of conflict and its empathetic character study. Audiences and critics alike praised its emotional depth and artistic merit.
What Reviewers Say
A deeply moving and thought-provoking examination of post-war trauma.
Fábri's direction is sensitive and unflinching, capturing the inner turmoil of the protagonist.
The film is a stark reminder of the lasting scars left by war on individuals.
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Awards & Accolades
Received awards at various international film festivals, including recognition for its artistic merit and powerful storytelling.
Fun Fact
Zoltán Fábri, the director, was a prominent figure in Hungarian cinema, known for his socially conscious and artistically ambitious films, often exploring the impact of historical events on individuals.
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