Judit Elek
DirectingAbout Judit Elek
Judit Elek (10 November 1937 - 1 October 2025) was a Hungarian film director and screenwriter. She has directed 16 films between 1962 and 2006. Her film Mária-nap was screened in the Un Certain Regard section at the 1984 Cannes Film Festival. She graduated in 1961 from the Academy of Drama and Film in Budapest (now the University of Theatre and Film Arts Budapest), and joined Mafilm as an assistant director. She is one of the founders of the Béla Balász Studio for young filmmakers. Between 1962 and 2011, she made multiple short films, documentaries and features. The renowned film Mária-nap (1984) screened in the Un Certain Regard section at the 1984 Cannes Film Festival. She was also one of the participants in the IFFR jubilee project 25 Encounters. Elek’s films are the subject of a focus programme at IFFR 2023, featuring titles such as Találkozás (1963), Kastélyok lakói (1966) and Istenmezején, 1972-73-ban (1974).
Judit Elek Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Judit Elek reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 1 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Judit Elek's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 0% of Judit Elek's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Negative history of Hungarian cinema, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Judit Elek Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Judit Elek's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Judit Elek has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Negative history of Hungarian cinema | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Judit Elek - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Judit Elek?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Judit Elek is "Negative history of Hungarian cinema" with a rating of 0.0/10.
How many movies has Judit Elek acted in?
Judit Elek has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.