Books

  • 1. The Invisible Bridge (Julie Orringer)

    Set in Budapest during World War II, this novel follows the lives of Hungarian Jewish brothers as they navigate love, loss, and survival amidst the chaos of the war.

  • 2. Budapest Noir (Vilmos Kondor)

    This gripping crime novel is set in 1930s Budapest and follows a journalist as he investigates a series of murders that lead him into the dark underbelly of the city.

  • 3. The Door (Magda Szabo)

    Set in Hungary, this novel tells the story of a complex relationship between a writer and her enigmatic housekeeper, exploring themes of power, trust, and identity.

Movies

  • 1. The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)

    Directed by Wes Anderson, this whimsical comedy-drama follows the misadventures of a hotel concierge and his loyal lobby boy as they navigate a series of bizarre events at the Grand Budapest Hotel in the fictional European country of Zubrowka, which was inspired by Budapest.

  • 2. Sunshine (1999)

    Directed by István Szabó, this historical drama follows three generations of a Hungarian Jewish family from the late 19th century to the mid-20th century. The film provides a sweeping portrait of Hungarian history and was partially shot in Budapest.

  • 3. Gloomy Sunday (1999)

    Directed by Rolf Schübel, the movie tells the story of a passionate love triangle intertwined with the haunting melody of the song "Gloomy Sunday," known as the Hungarian Suicide Song.