Renowned Hungarian filmmaker Béla Tarr has passed away at the age of 70, according to various media reports.
The visionary director succumbed to a prolonged illness. Born in 1955 in the city of Pécs, Tarr became a monumental figure in world cinema. His most iconic contributions to the silver screen include the sprawling seven-hour epic Sátántangó, along with The Man from London, Family Nest, and The Turin Horse.
Tarr’s work was a staple at prestigious international venues such as the Cannes and Berlin Film Festivals. In 2011, he achieved significant acclaim at the Berlinale, where he was honored with the Silver Bear Grand Prix.
