A historic concert on the big screen
On 27 July 1986, Queen made history with a concert at Budapest’s Népstadion in front of 80,000 fans. It was the first Western rock concert in a stadium behind the Iron Curtain during the Cold War and part of the band’s final tour with Freddie Mercury, the Magic Tour. Now, this iconic show returns to Cines Lys in a 4K remaster with dynamic audio mixing, capturing the essence of that unforgettable moment.
What you’ll see in the screening
The film features some of Queen’s most legendary tracks, including «Bohemian Rhapsody», «Crazy Little Thing Called Love», «I Want To Break Free» and «We Are The Champions». Filmed by a team of Hungarian cameramen and technicians, the concert became a historic document, celebrated for both its political significance and artistic brilliance. The 4K remaster highlights details of the stage production, the crowd’s energy and Freddie Mercury’s electrifying stage presence.
A cultural and musical milestone
Beyond its musical success, this concert symbolised a moment of openness in a politically complex era. Three years before the fall of the Berlin Wall, Queen’s performance in Budapest marked a turning point in relations between the West and Eastern Bloc countries. Hungarian authorities recognised its importance, mobilising the country’s top professionals to film and preserve it.
