Poland’s conservative leader said that the high drinking rate among young women is dramatically affecting the birth rate, and he has a point
Europe as an ideal is dying as a result of mindless adherence to procedures that have been imposed by Germany, argues philosopher Prof. Janusz Sytnik-Czetwertyński
Brainwashing is not just the preserve of the post-Soviet world, it is flourishing with varying degrees of success the world over, writes writer and satirist Marcin Wolski for portal niezależna.pl
The trend towards a multi-ethnic society can only be stopped by civil war, the author says
The Oscar-winning “Dune” was shot mostly in Hungary
The Czech National Theater decided not to perform Petr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s opera “Cherevichki,” a move earning criticism from some in Czech politics
Fantasy writer Andrzej Pilipiuk is yet another victim of the liberal-left mainstream pushing out right-wing voices from the arts
Hungary’s foreign minister promised the center, when complete, will be “fit for a country with a 1,000-year statehood”
In the eyes of the liberal-left establishment, an “authentic Polish film” can only be one which shows Poland as a pathological and intolerant nation, writes Croatian journalist living in Poland, Goran Andrijanić
Tadeusz Łysiak’s “The Dress” was nominated for the “Best Live Action Short Film” category of the 94th Academy Awards
“Above all else, he was a great Pole,” wrote Poland’s prime minister
Houellebecq’s book deals with politics, immigration and the collapse of France
The movie ‘Don’t Look Up’ shows that the West is doomed due to its spiritual, moral and mental implosion, which has made it powerless against real threats, writes Catholic columnist Grzegorz Górny
Poland’s superstar author Andrzej Sapkowski praised the second season of Netflix’s “The Witcher” on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the publication of the first original Witcher story
According to the Berlin State Ballet, the rendition of the Nutcracker promoted stereotypes
cathedral Culture Emmanuel Macron Fire France gothic Notre Dame Political Correctness Vandalizm France News Religion The revered medieval cathedral is fast becoming a monument to a post-Christian Europe
Divisive woke trends are being imported into the heart of Hungarian identity
The best pianists from around the globe came to Warsaw to compete in one of the most important music events in the world
The jury at the Gdynia Film Festival was not particularly concerned with the artistic values presented by the nominated films but rather their reflection on current social and political affairs, writes Edward Kabiesz for Catholic portal Gosc.pl
Gender debate makes reading more difficult and its goals are dubious
Classic ballet performances are being banned over alleged “White supremacy.”
Winners to be announced on November 23
The concert hall resembles the case of a musical instrument
The title is “From the Underground Church to Freedom”
About 150 personalities warn against “cancel” culture
Czech filmmakers can now vote on who wins the award
72 percent of Czechs think that foreigners should adjust
Cultural events are migrating to the digital space
These Budapest actors are fighting the worst cultural calamity ever
The story of Stanisław Ulam will be shown during 70th Berlin Film Festival
There is no other Celtic head sculpture in the world
The event was unexpectedly successful
Hungary scores a major victory for cultural diplomacy
In an era dominated by political correctness, this is how Hungarians see the world
The Daughter earns a nomination in the short animated film
The Netflix film, portraying Jesus as a gay man, has outraged Christians across the world
The film produced by Brazilian comedians is a parody depicting Jesus as a homosexual man
Circus troupes from four continents have gathered in Budapest
Opposition only wants to see liberal theaters in Hungary
Changes seen differently by government and opposition
“Polish literature is shining in Europe”
Wiktoria Gabor is only 12 years old.
The story of Saint Faustina inspired thousands of people.
Czech Houses are now seen around the world.
The exhibition gathering the largest collection of medieval codices ever assembled in Hungary will close this week and book lovers were treated to a rare sight on the occasion: one of the curators of the exhibition took out two precious manuscripts from their display cases and visitors could actually witness her leafing through them.
Hungarian Olympic, World and European champion swimmer Ágnes Kovács has been awarded the “cultural and tourism ambassador of Budapest” title.
The Left is degrading man in art by separating him from God. Theater critic Temida Stankiewicz-Podhorecka explains how the escalation of Leftist content in art is destroying the spiritual aspect of humanity.
100 years after the death of Endre Ady, regarded the greatest Hungarian poet of the 20th century, his life and work remain as divisive as he was in his time.
Polish star Joanna Kulig says that while in Hollywood she misses her family and the Church. The actress, best known for her lead role in Cold War, also criticized the trailer of the controversial movie Kler, saying that it is “one huge hideousness that has left a dark mark on my private life.”
German jazz singer and composer Dotschy Reinhardt, granddaughter of the famous jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt will join the Budapest concert of the European Roma Festival Orchestra on February 10th.
It has been reported that the first video clips of Netflix’s “The Witcher” have leaked on YouTube. Although they only show test runs for special effects, they could be the first live action sequences of the show to come out to the public.
Kraków Christmas cribs (szopki) have become a worldwide phenomenon. The cribs, which have recently been written into the UNESCO World Heritage list, require at least 4,000 hours of labor.
Music fans can now purchase their favorite CD from a vending machine installed in a Budapest café, Origo reports.
Polish musician Józef Skrzek was attacked on the internet after first accepting a medal from the president and then returning it. Internauts accused him of being a “sellout” and politicizing himself.
Paweł Pawlikowski’s “Cold War” triumphs at the 2018 European Film Awards. The movie won the Best European Film, European Director, European Actress and European Screenwriter awards.
Kulig, one of the candidates for an Oscar for her role in “Cold War” is mooted to be high on the lists of top Hollywood agents, reports Polish gossip portal plotek.pl
The Hungarian Institute in Paris has cancelled a play after the director sent invitations containing remarks defamatory to Hungary, Magyar Hírlap reports.
The first Stradivarius violin in post-war Poland will be on display in the ballroom of the Royal Castle in Warsaw. The perfectly maintained instrument from 1685 is Poland’s most valuable violin.
The Shakespeare Company of the northwest German city-state of Bremen will premiere in February a comedy on the reign of Chancellor Angela Merkel, German news portal Weser Kurier reports.
Hungarian folk group “Szalonna és bandája” played at the 70th birhday of Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace, hvg.hu reports.
Roksana Węgiel has won the Junior Eurovision Song Contest. Her song “Anyone I Want To Be” captured the hearts of both the audience and the jury.
Famous Lithuanian theatrical director Eimuntas Nekrošius died one day before his 66th birthday.
The documentary “Independence” by Krzysztof Talczewski has conquered the hearts of Poles. Millions of people watched on Polsat and TVP what was mostly previously unseen historical footage of events from the birth of Poland’s Second Republic.
Hungarian state TV channel M5 will air a one-hour documentary on the life of the Italian actor known as Bud Spencer made by a Hungarian director.
The reconstruction of Warsaw’s Saxon Palace is already underway, claims minister of culture Piotr Gliński. President Duda announced the Palace’s reconstruction during the Polish Independence Day celebrations.
Renowned American actor and director Mel Gibson played the lead role in an ad promoting the 100th Anniversary of Polish Independence. Poles all around the world expressed their delight with the video on social media.
Famous musicians will play Bartók adaptations on a new double LP by a Hungarian-German producer, Origo reports.
British rock band Muse has announced that it will include Budapest in its 2019 Simulation Theory world tour.
The first photograph of Henry Cavill as Geralt from “The Witcher” has been revealed. Netflix Polska has also shared a short behind-the-scenes clip of Cavill playing the role.
Warsaw hosts the 4th Comic Con. The American phenomenon gives thousands of convention goers the possibility of meeting the creators of their favorite movies and tv-shows, as well as actors, authors and celebrities.
The 22nd International Kraków Book Fair is underway in Poland. 781 exhibitors from 20 countries and hundreds of guests will take part in the annual event.
One of Poland’s most recognizable actors, Cezary Pazura, criticized protests against the Sunday trade ban introduced by Law and Justice. “Isn’t this some kind of madness?,” he said.
Polish “Cold War” actress Joanna Kulig has become a hit in Hollywood. According to “Hollywood Reporter”, she has found herself among the eight “standout talents from 2018”.
“I may be old, but I hope I will be this good for some time to come,” says 89-year-old composer Ennio Morricone about his upcoming tour to Budapest in 2019. He will be 90 at that time of the event.
American best-selling author Brandon Sanderson is willing to give away the free rights to make a video game of his books. Sanderson commented on Andrzej Sapkowski’s demands for more money from CD Projekt Red for copyrights for “The Witcher”.
There is no “cultural battle” in Hungary, but there is indeed one in Europe, a battle for our own culture, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said at the inauguration of the refurbished Hungarian Heritage House in Budapest.
The Left’s hypocrisy shows when they march into our lives in the same manner that they accuse the Church of doing so. As the movie Kler (“Clergy”) breaks a 30 year box office opening weekend record in Polish cinemas, Przemysław Harczuk uncovers how the left, in their struggle with the Church, invades Polish lives.
Andrzej Sapkowski, author of “The Witcher”, has demanded PLN 60 million from CD Projekt Red for sales of “The Witcher” games.
Hungary sees its identity as a bridge between the West and the East. Dominik Hejj discusses how using the ideology of Turanism by Viktor Orban fits into Hungary’s place in Europe.
Although Pawlikowski’s “Cold War” took the Golden Lions at the Gdynia Film Festival, a different film has stolen the media spotlight. “Kler” received the Audience Prize and sparked controversy amidst conservative audiences, who deem it anti-clerical.
The Hungarian Ministry for Innovation and Technology sides with movie subtitles in a debate taking place in social media and professional circles.
A few years ago, female leads were sparse in Polish films. Today, the 2018 Gdynia Film Festival features productions with more female roles than ever before, writes Łukasz Maciejewski.
Controversy around Netflix’s “The Witcher” as BAME (Black, Asian, Minor Ethnicity) actress is to be cast as one of the main characters.
A Polish name among Hollywood giants. Rafał Zawierucha to play young Roman Polański in Quentin Tarantino’s newest movie “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood”.
Fallout between Bond film director Danny Boyle and lead actor Daniel Craig over Polish actor Tomasz Kot.
