Sunset(2018) May 2026

💡 : Sunset was Hungary’s official submission for the Best Foreign Language Film category at the 91st Academy Awards. Waste Lands: Sunset and A Fortunate Man - Film Comment

: Some reviewers found the plot "confounding" and the heavy symbolism "obscure" compared to the direct impact of Son of Saul .

Set in 1913, the story follows (played by Juli Jakab), a young woman returning to Budapest with hopes of becoming a milliner at her late parents' legendary hat store. Sunset(2018)

: The shop's new owner, Oszkár Brill, rejects her, setting off a chain of cryptic encounters.

: Praised for its "astute and enchanting" cinematography and its convincing portrayal of a society's collapse. 💡 : Sunset was Hungary’s official submission for

The film received a polarizing but generally favorable response from critics, currently holding a on Rotten Tomatoes and a 65 on Metacritic .

: Despite its dark themes, the film features "ravishing" period details and "lush intricate costumes". 📉 Critical Reception : The shop's new owner, Oszkár Brill, rejects

: The film creates a constant sense of unease and atmospheric mystery.