
János Kovácsi's film is an ironic portrayal of a day in the life of a beautiful German woman in her prime who arrives at Lake Balaton to take charge of her inheritance, a small house with a garden full of childhood memories.
Directed by János Kovácsi, Das Lied leans on a strong ensemble — Christine Harbort, Mátyás Usztics, István Komlós — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about screen titles of 1980.
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