Hungary 1956–2026: 70 Years On - An evening of conversation, film and Hungarian hospitality

Hungary 1956–2026: 70 Years On An evening of conversation, film and Hungarian hospitality Join us at the Penthouse Cinema as we begin three days of events in Wellington commemorating the 70th anniversary of the 1956 Hungarian Revolution and Freedom Fight. The evening opens with Hungarian nibbles and wine, followed by a panel discussion reflecting on the meaning and legacy of 1956 – revolution, freedom, resistance, displacement and the experience of starting again in a new country. Panellists: Chris Finlayson, Alan Duff, Zoya Kőszegi and István Tóth Moderator: Zsófia Hellyer The discussion will be followed by a screening of the acclaimed Hungarian film Children of Glory (Szabadság, szerelem), set against the dramatic events of the 1956 Revolution and the Melbourne Olympic Games. The film is in Hungarian with English subtitles. Come for the whole evening or choose the parts of the programme you would like to attend. Everyone is welcome – you don't need to be Hungarian or have any prior knowledge of the 1956 Revolution.