Mad Youth

This documentary captures the events of 2020 when the Hungarian government initiated a controversial change in ownership at nine state universities. The film centers on the University of Theatre and Film Arts (SZFE), which stood against the government's move to impose a board of trustees comprised of its loyal supporters.

Through the lens of protest and activism, Mad Youth presents a compelling narrative of a university blockade. It explores the themes of autocracy and the fight for academic independence, as students and faculty unite against political control. The film offers a window into the broader implications of such actions on education and democracy in Hungary.