Tamas and Juli (1997): cast, story & where to watch

1997 · Film · ★ 5.2

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Released in 1997, Tamas and Juli is a drama and romance film directed by Ildikó Enyedi, running about 70 minutes.

What it’s about. Set in a mining town, it records the development of two shy people falling in love but finding it difficult to express their true feelings. Tamas a young coal miner has an eye for the girls but is too bashful to ask for a date. Juli is a teacher in charge of a kindergarten. She too has yearnings for love but fears showing the feelings bubbling within her. The quiet and tender moments the lovers spend together are contrasted with the overpowering gigantic and noisy coal mine with its dirty metal trucks and endless rubber conveyor belts. There is an atmosphere of impending danger within the mine.

Who’s in it. Tamas and Juli stars Márta Angyal as Juli, Dávid Jánosi as Tamás, Gloria Ormandlaky as Panni and György Barkó, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Tamas and Juli has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tamas and Juli page.

If you liked it. Fans of Tamas and Juli tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Tamas and Juli (1997)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tamas and Juli change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Tamas and Juli worth watching?
Tamas and Juli holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Tamas and Juli?
Tamas and Juli stars Márta Angyal, Dávid Jánosi, Gloria Ormandlaky, György Barkó and Csaba Czene.
When was Tamas and Juli released?
Tamas and Juli was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.