Student Union 2017
In György Mór Kárpáti's intense 9-minute drama *Student Union* (2017), an 18-year-old named Dóra faces the harrowing aftermath of a traumatic event during her freshman summer camp.
Director: György Mór Kárpáti
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Student Union (2017) about?
*Student Union* follows 18-year-old Dóra on a train ride home after a devastating incident at her summer camp. As she grapples with the aftermath of abuse, the film explores her strained interaction with her student union president, who attempts to offer support amid the unspoken pain.
Who directed Student Union?
György Mór Kárpáti directed *Student Union*, crafting a tightly focused drama that prioritizes emotional depth over spectacle.
Who stars in Student Union?
The film features Katica Nagy in the lead role, supported by Krisztián Rózsa, Mátyás Lazók, Laura Lénárdt, and Norbert Nagy.
Is Student Union (2017) worth watching?
For audiences who appreciate raw, emotionally resonant dramas, *Student Union* offers a punchy 9-minute punch that lingers. While unrated and short in runtime, its themes of trauma and resilience make it a compelling watch—especially for those drawn to intense character studies.
How long is Student Union?
*Student Union* runs for 9 minutes.
About Student Union (2017) — A raw, 9-minute drama on trauma and resilience
In György Mór Kárpáti's intense 9-minute drama *Student Union* (2017), an 18-year-old named Dóra faces the harrowing aftermath of a traumatic event during her freshman summer camp. As she boards a train home, the reality of what happened begins to sink in, leaving her raw and vulnerable. The film's stark simplicity amplifies its emotional weight, centering on a meeting between Dóra and her student union president—someone determined to help but struggling to find the right words. Shot with a raw, documentary-like realism, *Student Union* captures the suffocating silence and unspoken pain of its protagonist, turning a short journey into a powerful meditation on trauma and resilience.
Katica Nagy delivers a haunting performance as Dóra, her subdued expressions carrying the weight of a story that refuses to be ignored. With its unflinching focus on a single, emotionally charged moment, the film lingers long after the credits roll, challenging viewers to confront the impact of abuse and the fragile lines between healing and isolation.