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Hen: A Unique Film on Migration Through a Chicken's Eyes

9/9/2025

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Story summary

György Pálfi's film "Hen," featuring a chicken protagonist, premiered in Toronto's Platform section.
Set in a Greek seaside village, it addresses the migrant crisis.
Pálfi faced political restrictions in Hungary, opting for a low-budget project.
The film captures the chicken's perspective, requiring extensive training of Leghorn chickens.
"Hen" explores individual responsibility and sociopolitical changes impacting families.

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Story summary

György Pálfi's film "Hen," featuring a chicken protagonist, premiered in Toronto's Platform section.
Set in a Greek seaside village, it addresses the migrant crisis.
Pálfi faced political restrictions in Hungary, opting for a low-budget project.
The film captures the chicken's perspective, requiring extensive training of Leghorn chickens.
"Hen" explores individual responsibility and sociopolitical changes impacting families.