Lights, camera, premiere! 🎬 The Slovak version of the Chinese documentary L.E. HUDEC made its grand debut on Monday at the Slovak National Gallery in Bratislava.
Co-organized by the Ministry of Culture of the Slovak Republic, China Media Group (CMG), and the Chinese Embassy in Slovakia, the premiere brought together art buffs, filmmakers, and curious minds under one roof.
So, who’s Hudec? 🤔 Ladislav Hudec was a Hungarian architect born in Banska Bystrica, Slovakia. After WWI chaos, he landed in Shanghai in 1918 and went on to design some of the city’s most iconic skyscrapers—shaping what’s now one of the world’s largest urban jungles.
The film blends stunning archival footage with modern interviews, painting a vivid picture of Hudec’s journey and the East–West fusion in his designs. It’s like discovering hidden gems in your own city—think Mumbai’s Art Deco wonder or Singapore’s colonial marvels.
For young pros in South and Southeast Asia, L.E. HUDEC is more than a history lesson; it’s a testament to creativity, resilience, and cultural exchange. 🌏✨ Whether you’re into architecture, film, or simply love a good story, this doc is your next binge-watch pick!
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Premiere ceremony for Chinese documentary L.E. HUDEC held in Slovakia
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