A kaleidoscopic fusion of music, movement, and emotion, Bubble Bath (Habfürdő, 1980) is György Kovásznai’s dazzling animated musical, restored in 4K to its full pulsating glory. Set in Budapest, it follows a man who flees his own wedding to confide in another woman, unfolding a restless love triangle that beats to the rhythm of a human heart. Blending romantic comedy, sociological observation, and surreal visual play, Kovásznai creates a film that feels as alive and unpredictable as its characters. Upon release, its raw energy and adult sensibility scandalized audiences, leading to its brief removal from cinemas. Decades later, Bubble Bath stands as a vibrant masterpiece of European animation—wild, sensual, and utterly ahead of its time.

This program screened as part of Kaboom Cult