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Dollybirds

1997 · 100 min

A gentle, nostalgic musical comedy that ambles through a small-town talent contest with mild charm and a bittersweet finish.

Directed by
Péter Tímár
Genres
Comedy, Music
Overview
The movie is set in the actual "Ki Mit Tud?" talent contest in 1962. In reality the contest in dance music category was won by an army brass band. "Omega" which later became one of the most successful Hungarian rock bands came out in the second place.

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Directed by
Péter Tímár
Genres
Comedy, Music
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