The banquet

The Banquet offers a look into the events of 1944 when the locals of Veszto, Hungary, created their own government following the arrival of the Red Army. This brief social experiment, which lasted only two months, became notorious in Hungary's communist press as the 'Republic of Veszto'.

The film reunites actors and witnesses, alongside representatives from the communist administration and the village's impoverished residents, in a pub in 1979. Their discussions aim to reflect on and evaluate the memories of those tumultuous days. It captures the conflicting narratives from different perspectives, providing a rich historical context for viewers interested in Eastern European history.

Available formats for collectors include VHS, DVD, Blu-ray, laserdisc, and others, making it accessible for various media preferences. This diversity in formats allows collectors to choose how they wish to experience this historical documentary.