Heysel 85 | Pre-premiere screening and discussion

Director: Teodora Mihai

Cast: Fabrizio Rongione, Josse De Pauw, Matteo Simoni, Violet Braeckman

After the screening, we will discuss the film, the 1985 tragedy, and its impact with experts from Sport TV’s program "PlayBEK" —Iván Hegyi and Richard Faragó—as well as László Gulyás, former Hungarian Television correspondent and eyewitness to the events.

Set during the 1985 Heysel Stadium disaster in Brussels, this gripping drama follows Marie, the mayor’s daughter, and Italian journalist Luca Rossi as hooligan violence turns the European Cup Final between Juventus and Liverpool into a tragedy. While Luca desperately searches for his family, Marie is forced to take charge in the midst of chaos. Based on real events, the film examines leadership, responsibility, and the controversial decision to let the match continue despite the unfolding disaster.

Awards: Miami Film Festival (2026) – Knight Marimba Award nomination
Cinefest Miskolc (2026) – Official competition entry