‘Ground Floor’ Is a Political Parable Full of Apathy, Absurdity – and Mold (Exclusive Clip and Chat)
Hollywood Reporter
Last updated: September 7, 2026
Gábor Reisz, a Hungarian director recognized for his Venice award-winning film, presents his latest work, 'Ground Floor,' at the Venice Spotlight program. This film is described as a political parable employing dark humor and a sense of absurdity.
- The film delves into themes of political apathy, exacerbated by absurd situations, and a pervasive sense of decay, symbolized by mold. Reisz's return to the Venice Film Festival highlights his continued exploration of complex societal issues through his distinctive cinematic style. The narrative focuses on a quixotic tale that uses dark humor to explore the intricacies of political disengagement and disillusionment within a society grappling with stagnation.
