Comrade Drakulich2019

Director
Mark Bodzsar

Acters

Lili Walters (Magyar Maria)
Ervin Nagy (Kun Laszlo)
Zsolt Nagy (Comrade Fabian)
Szabolcs Thuroczy (Comrade Esvegh)
Istvan Znamenak (Cserko Jeno)
Nelli Szuecs (Cserkone)

Vampires are among us. But no need to worry: the Hungarian Secret Police are after them, and beyond the usual spy gadgets, they even use garlic to repel the beasts.

Hungary in the 70s. Comrade Fabian, the Hungarian hero of the Cuban revolution, comes home to take part in a blood drive for Vietnam, the communist sister nation of Hungary. But something is wrong with the old comrade: he looks like a 30-year-old, has a cool demeanor, and drives a fire-red Mustang. What is the secret of the ageless comrade, who drinks a red fizzy drink, and gazes longingly at ladies’ gently curved necks? Comrades and spies start to believe that Bela Lugosi, the star of the old Dracula movie, is not the only Hungarian vampire.

“Making its humoristic inspirations very clear, Mark Bodzsar blends together different dimensions with great fluidity. Unfolding with an impeccable formal quality, ‘Comrade Drakulich’ offers a series of uplifting roles which the entirety of the cast takes on with a playful appetite that will easily affect the viewer.” – Cineuropa

“Staged in a wonderfully polished style that brings the 70s to life and, together with the camera work, is a treat for the eyes. Comrade Drakulich offers entertainment at its best and not only brings a new setting for the old vampire story with a good dose of satirical humour, but also refreshingly entertaining characters played by fantastic actors.” – Zippret

“Fun and well photographed.” – TMTV