Ferenc Kósa 1937 – 2018

Biography

Ferenc Kósa was born on November 21, 1937, in Nyíregyháza, a city in northeastern Hungary. He grew up during a transformative period in Hungarian history and would go on to establish himself as a significant figure in Hungarian cinema. His career spanned decades, during which he made meaningful contributions to the country’s film industry.

As both a director and screenwriter, Kósa brought his artistic vision to Hungarian film throughout his working life. His dual expertise allowed him to shape stories from their inception through their realization on screen, demonstrating a deep commitment to his craft. He was part of a generation of filmmakers who helped define Hungarian cinema during the latter half of the twentieth century.

Kósa spent much of his later life in Budapest, where he remained active in cultural circles. He passed away on December 12, 2018, at the age of eighty-one, leaving behind a legacy in Hungarian film. He was laid to rest at Farkasréti Cemetery in Budapest, a final resting place that honors many of Hungary’s notable cultural figures.