The Rueda Pictures presents
The Rueda Pictures presents
Konekt
An Inner Reboot: Encoded in Frames
KONEKT is a unique story about a woman’s inner awakening, and a secret global movement reshaping the consciousness of humankind.
The protagonist, Eszter, is a young advertising professional who appears functional on the surface, but inside, she’s falling apart. Her workplace exploits her, her relationship is emotionally hollow, and her family background is toxic. In a final attempt to break free, she joins a revolutionary therapeutic program called KONEKT, where she must confront her repressed traumas in a virtual reality built from her own memories.
As she dives deeper, she realizes that KONEKT is not merely a healing technology, but a global initiative operating behind the scenes, one that through the reprogramming of the human mind, lays the foundations for a radically new society. A future that rejects consumerist competition, mitigates social alienation and environmental destruction, and instead builds on inner freedom, the purification of memories, and profound connectedness.
KONEKT is being created through collective effort. Its budget is made possible by private donors, independent producers, and committed supporters.
If you believe that the future begins with awareness, join our mission.
This is not just a film. It’s an invitation.
By supporting this project, you help bring to life a film that doesn’t just entertain, it provokes reflection, connection, and transformation.
LOGLINE
“Trapped in toxic relationships, Eszter joins a revolutionary therapeutic program called KONEKT as a last attempt to escape, only to discover that the memory-built virtual reality she’s immersed in is part of a secret movement aiming to reprogram the consciousness of all humankind.”
Konekt
A new Hungarian independent film is being made, be a part of it!
INDEPENDENT FILM
KONEKT is an independent film that is in the pre-production phase and will be shot in 2026.
The power of community
The film's budget is made up of private donors, sponsors, and contributions from independent producers.
be a part of the movie
You can choose from the support packages, with your purchase you support the production of the film!
SÁRA SCHMIDT actor | TOMA HRISZTOV actor | ENIKŐ KARLOVICS actor | BÁLINT VIGH writer, director | MARÁCZI KRISZTIÁN director of photography | BALÁZS PETHŐ casting director | BENCE GRIVANT composer | BENCE BERKÓ executive producer | ÁRON TANOS editor | NOÉ FELLEG colorist | BLANKA HERBÁLY 1st assistant director | MARIANNA HORVÁTH script supervisor | DÁVID VITÁNYI sound engineer | PETRA VITÁNYI- DIHEN foley artist | MARCELL SZABÓ sound design | ZSOLT TICHY gaffer | TAMÁS VÖRÖS best boy | BENCE JÁLICS electrician | ÁDÁM BARTA 1st AC | BALÁZS LOÓSZ 2nd AC | HANNA STAUDT makeup | KITTI SZIMONETTA TÓTH makeup | BRIGITTE LANOIRE stylist | PÉTER GAAL sculptor, Konektahedron helmet maker | ENIKŐ SZŐCS decorator | DÁVID MAYER data wrangler | GERGŐ SZILASY BTS video | SZANDRA STOHL BTS photo | ATTILA DEMETER animal trainer | LÁSZLÓ VIGH catering | BEÁTA HORVÁTH catering | MÁTÉ LISZTES location | SZILVIA TÖRÖK location | DÓRI HEGYI dramaturg | VALÉRIA VINCZE makeup consultant | ODETT ELZA NÉGYESI casting actor | BÁLINT SZARKA graphic designer | GERGŐ CSONTOS wordpress specialist | DÓRA CSONTOS online | ZOLTÁN CSIZMÁS web developer | ANNA KARÁCSONY concept artist | ANDREA SCZÍGEL crowdfunding expert | ZITA PALÓCZI script revision | ARTÚR KOVÁCS script revision | ZSÓFIA CSÁKVÁRI psychologist consultant | DÓRI MONORI psychologist consultant | GERGŐ SZÁMFIRA special thanks | GERGŐ BIKKI special thanks | PATRIK SÁNDORFY special thanks | XÉNIA MARLEN special thanks | ÁDÁM BENDER special thanks
Actors
Cast
SÁRA SCHMIDT
Actress, Lead Role
She has appeared in numerous Hungarian and international films, as well as in productions of renowned theatres. Her interest in acting began in high school, when she became a member of the Szabad Színház Company in Székesfehérvár. From 2013 to 2016, she studied at the Hungarian Acting Academy (Pesti Magyar Színiakadémia) in the class of Ferenc Lengyel. Notable productions include One Summer Adventure, Partisans, The Age of Sinners, The Teacher, Daddy and the Cubs, The First Two, and Vienna Blood.
MARINA GERA
Actress
In 2019, she won the International Emmy Award for her leading role in the historical drama Eternal Winter, becoming the first and so far only Hungarian actor to receive this honor. She graduated from the University of Theatre and Film Arts. Her notable roles include Eternal Winter, Golden Life, The Basement, Holnap Tali!, The Black Spider, and Hunyadi. In 2020, she received the Mari Jászai Award and also works actively in English and German.
VIKTÓRIA STAUB
Actress
She graduated from the University of Theatre and Film Arts. She has been performing on stage since the age of eleven, appearing in productions of the Pannon Castle Theatre and the Móricz Zsigmond Theatre in Nyíregyháza, among others. Her notable film and television roles include Golden Life, Underworld, The Game, Hotel Margaret, The King, and Marsra magyar! She also works regularly as a voice actress. In 2022, she received the Golden Medal Award.
TOMA HRISZTOV
Actor
He graduated from the University of Theatre and Film Arts with a degree in acting, specializing in puppetry. Previously, he studied at the Hungarian Acting Academy (Pesti Magyar Színiakadémia). He has performed and continues to perform in productions at Jurányi Incubator House, Trafó, Radnóti Theatre, Hungarian Theatre, Vidám Színpad, Gólem Theatre, and the Budapest Puppet Theatre. His major roles include Wild Roots, We Started Together, Semmelweis, and Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan. He also acts in international productions in both English and French.
ELZA ODETT NÉGYESI
Actress
She graduated from the acting program of the Keleti István Art School and is currently a student at the University of Theatre and Film Arts. Her film credits include We Started Together and Poor Things, while as a dancer, she has contributed to productions such as Maria and Blockade. Her recent role can be seen in the film Ponies, and she has also appeared in several short films, including Gréta, Sweven, and Run.
Behind the Camera
Crew
BÁLINT VIGH
director, writer, producer
His first short film “Running Dreams” won the Best Short Film Award at the Tagore International Film Festival. His second short film, “Neurodance,” is currently in competition at film festivals. He has directed several music videos, including “Dennie Wander – Devil On My Shoulder”. He produced the award-winning short film “Progeny”, an English-Hungarian co-production. He has worked as assistant camera, editor and 1st assistant director on several Hungarian short films.
KRISZTIÁN MARÁCZI
director of photography, producer
He has worked in the film industry for over a decade and a half as a director, cinematographer and electrician. He is the director and cinematographer of several video clips, including “Meteora – Slave of Creation”, which has over 100,000 views on YouTube. He produced the award-winning short film “Progeny”, an English-Hungarian co-production. He is currently working on his first feature length documentary.
BALÁZS PETHŐ
casting director
He has been involved in the casting process for over a hundred films, including the Oscar-winning “Son of Saul”. He is the writer and director of the short film “The Silence Outside”. Novelist, his first novel “The First Man of the Last Years” is available at several bookshop. He is currently working on his second novel.
pictures from the movie
Moodboard
fantasy images
Concept art
Concept art images offer a glimpse into one of the most exciting phases of filmmaking: they are the visual plans that help dream up and shape the world of the film before a single frame is shot. With these visual designs, we reveal what the key locations of Konekt look like. The images are both aesthetic and functional, creative maps for the crew and the audience alike.
virtual reality built from memories
The helmet of the Konektahedron
Discover new dimensions of consciousness with the Konektahedron! The Konektahedron is not just a VR headset. It is the most enigmatic technology in the world of KONEKT, a revolutionary breakthrough in neuroscience that allows the user not only to relive, but to truly enter the memories of their own past. By stimulating deep layers of brainwave activity, the device creates an interactive, memory-based simulation: you don’t just watch what you’ve lived through—you can choose again, feel again.
The story’s protagonist, Eszter, begins her inner journey with this device.
The Center of Consciousness Reformation
The World of KONEKT
The KONEKT headquarters resembles a cold, industrial complex from the outside: its geometric structure of steel, concrete, and glass feels distant and closed off. Inside, however, lie hypermodern technological spaces, all designed to serve the mapping and transformation of human consciousness. This is where participants’ memories are analyzed and digitally retuned, supporting inner healing and laying the foundation for a society built upon the reconstructed minds of individuals.
At the heart of the facility are several Konektahedrons, extraordinary VR headsets that combine neurological interfaces with memory-based simulation technology. The Konektahedron is KONEKT’s most advanced and mysterious device, enabling users not only to relive but to truly enter their own past memories. By stimulating deep layers of brainwave activity, the headset generates interactive, reinterpretable experiences: you don’t just watch what you’ve lived, you can choose again, feel again.
At the core of KONEKT’s operations lies the Central Brain, a cutting-edge computer system that controls the entire artificial intelligence network. This system is not pre-programmed; it continuously learns through the consciousness of its participants. Their experiences, memories, and internal processes serve as data, from which the Central Brain draws conclusions and feeds the collective cognitive database-map of KONEKT.
Eszter, the story’s protagonist, begins her inner journey with this device, toward a truth that reaches beyond herself. As she delves deeper, she uncovers not only her own mind, but also the hidden vision of the future behind KONEKT.
A Glimpse into the Sound World of KONEKT
Music
Bence Grivant’s “Shadows of Regret” is more than a musical backdrop, it creates a standalone atmosphere that deeply resonates with the soul of the film. The delicate, shimmering strings and floating electronic textures evoke Eszter’s inner world: fragility and tension, slow transformation and quiet rebellion. The music gradually builds as Eszter dives deeper into her own consciousness, the sound thickens around her, becoming an auditory reflection of memory and reprogramming. Refined, minimalist, and strikingly human, it mirrors the emotional core of the story it was written for. This excerpt is just a glimpse into the sonic landscape that accompanies Eszter throughout the film, gently guiding the viewer along the shifting edge between memory and illusion, reality and transformation.
schedule
Roadmap
Konekt is not just a film – it’s a community project that brings together film fans, creators and supporters.
By getting involved, you can become part of a creative and inspiring community that is shaping the future of independent film together.
Development
2022. October - 2025. June
This phase is about the birth of the story, world-building, and creative research. The screenplay is constantly being refined, while the first concept visuals and character sketches are created, and we begin to establish the film’s stylistic and thematic foundations.
This stage also included the creation of concept art, test shoots, and experimenting with the dynamics between the characters.
Pre-production
2025. June - 2026. April
- casting and contracting the actors,
- selecting and scouting the locations,
- designing the sets, costumes, and technical solutions,
- assembling the crew,
- and finalizing the production schedule and budget.
Shooting
2026. May
The filming of the movie takes place over an intense 3–4 week period, across multiple locations, with precisely choreographed scenes.
During this month, the creative vision comes to life: the Konektahedron, Eszter’s journeys through consciousness, and the digital-past spaces all transform into real, cinematic frames.
Post-production
2026. June - 2026. November
This is where the raw footage becomes a true film: editing, color correction, sound design, music, visual effects, and VR-like digital elements all fall into place.
This phase is especially exciting, as it is here that Konekt’s unique atmosphere and visual world fully come together.
Private premiere
2026. December
Supporters will be the first to experience the universe of Konekt at a private cinema screening, accompanied by an exclusive event featuring a meet-and-greet, a roundtable discussion, and a wine tasting.
Film Festivals
2027. January - 2027. December
The film will be submitted to both domestic and international film festivals to reach a professional audience and open new opportunities through awards and recognition.
Focus: sci-fi, drama, and independent film festivals.
Cinema and Streaming
From 2028. January
The film will become available to a wider audience in cinemas, followed by release on streaming platforms a few weeks later. The goal is for Konekt to reach an international audience as well, especially fans of sci-fi and thought-provoking dramas.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
🎬 WHAT IS THE FILM ABOUT?
Trapped in toxic relationships, Eszter joins a revolutionary therapeutic program called KONEKT as a last attempt to escape, only to discover that the memory-built virtual reality she’s immersed in is part of a secret movement aiming to reprogram the consciousness of all humankind.
💡 WHY IS THIS FILM IMPORTANT?
Because it challenges us to face ourselves. It invites viewers on a unique cinematic journey into unexplored emotional and mental dimensions.
🎭 WHAT GENRE IS KONEKT?
A blend of drama and sci-fi—deeply human and futuristic at once.
⏱️ HOW LONG WILL IT BE?
Planned runtime: 90 minutes.
📝 WHAT IS THE STATUS OF THE SCRIPT?
After years of development, the final shooting script is complete and ready.
🎥 WHEN WILL THE FILM BE READY?
Filming is scheduled for May 2026. A closed pre-premiere screening will take place in December 2026, followed by festival submissions and a theatrical and streaming release.
📍 WHERE AND WHEN IS THE PREMIERE?
The closed pre-premiere screening will take place in Budapest in December 2026. Supporters will be notified of the exact date and location by email. The film will be in Hungarian with English subtitles.
💳 HOW CAN I SUPPORT THE FILM?
You can contribute via credit card or bank transfer. Payments are securely processed by Stripe. Both individuals and companies can support the project, and every contribution comes with an invoice.
💰 HOW MUCH DO YOU PLAN TO RAISE?
We aim to raise 100 million HUF to cover pre-production, shooting, post-production, and promotion.
📊 HOW WILL THE FUNDS BE USED?
All funds go directly to Rueda Pictures Ltd., the Budapest-based production company behind KONEKT. The full budget will be made public on our website after the film is completed.
💡 Why Your Support Matters
Your support is essential because you’re helping a truly independent film come to life—without state or studio funding. You’re contributing to the emergence of a fresh, original Hungarian voice, backing a project that’s not only visually and thematically unique, but one that we aim to showcase at international festivals. Every contribution you make creates real value—funding equipment, locations, crew, and post-production—and makes you part of a powerful community effort without which this film could never be made.
💬 What Is Crowdfunding?
Crowdfunding means that a project—like this film—gets made through the collective contributions of many individuals. You choose the support package that suits you best, and you’re not just helping financially: sharing the campaign also makes a huge difference. You’re supporting the creators directly, without intermediaries, and you can be confident that the budget is transparent and every penny goes toward the film’s production.
The fundraising campaign runs until:
The film’s total budget is 130 million HUF, made up of crowdfunding, private investors, and sponsors.
With your help, we aim to raise 10% of that 13 million HUF through this community campaign.
🤝 Crowdfunding Goal:
13 000 000 Ft
Crowdfunding
Supporter Packages
Scroll down and choose the support package that speaks to you most—once you make your purchase, you’ll automatically become part of the film’s official circle of supporters. All prices include VAT, credit card processing fees, and any currency conversion costs. You can contribute as a private individual or a company, and in every case, you’ll receive an official invoice confirming your support.
Selfless supporter
With this supporter package, you are contributing to the film’s budget and will receive a dedicated digital certificate.
PACKAGE CONTENT:
- Dedicated digital certificate
Price: 2,900 HUF (including VAT)
* You can also pay in cash: simply select the “Pay by bank transfer” option, then follow the instructions for making a payment at the bank counter.
Exclusive experience
With this supporter package, you can attend the exclusive pre-premiere screening of the film KONEKT. Tickets are available in limited quantities.
PACKAGE CONTENT:
- 1 ticket to the exclusive pre-premiere screening
- Participation in a roundtable discussion after the screening
- Wine tasting before and after the screening
- Dedicated digital certificate
Price: 11,900 HUF (including VAT)
* You can also pay in cash: simply select the “Pay by bank transfer” option, then follow the instructions for making a payment at the bank counter.
Couple's Experience Package
With this supporter package, you can attend the exclusive pre-premiere screening of the film KONEKT and bring a plus one with you. Tickets are available in limited quantities.
PACKAGE CONTENT:
- 2 tickets to the exclusive pre-premiere screening
- Participation in a roundtable discussion after the screening
- Wine tasting before and after the screening
- Dedicated digital certificate
Price: 19,900 HUF (including VAT)
* You can also pay in cash: simply select the “Pay by bank transfer” option, then follow the instructions for making a payment at the bank counter.
Behind the Scenes Secrets
With this supporter package, you can attend the exclusive pre-premiere screening of the film KONEKT. Tickets are available in limited quantities. You will also have the opportunity to visit the set on a pre-arranged day, watch the filming process, and meet the actors and crew members.
PACKAGE CONTENT:
- 2 tickets to the exclusive pre-premiere screening
- Participation in a roundtable discussion after the screening
- Wine tasting before and after the screening
- Dedicated digital certificate
- A visit to the filming set for 2 people *
* Travel and accommodation costs are not included. The locations are within Budapest and Pest County. A shooting day lasts a maximum of 12 hours.
Price: 99,900 HUF (including VAT)
* You can also pay in cash: simply select the “Pay by bank transfer” option, then follow the instructions for making a payment at the bank counter.
Among the stars
With this supporter package, you can attend the exclusive pre-premiere screening of the film KONEKT. Tickets are available in limited quantities. You will also have the opportunity to visit the set on a pre-arranged day, watch the filming process, and meet the actors and crew members. In addition to all of this, your name will be featured in the film’s end credits and on its IMDb page as a supporter. You will also be invited to the exclusive, private wrap party after the screening.
PACKAGE CONTENT:
- 2 tickets to the exclusive pre-premiere screening
- Participation in a roundtable discussion after the screening
- Wine tasting before and after the screening
- Dedicated digital certificate
- A visit to the filming set for 2 people *
- Name featured in the end credits as a supporter and IMDb credit
- Invitation to the exclusive wrap party after the screening
* Travel and accommodation costs are not included. The locations are within Budapest and Pest County. A shooting day lasts a maximum of 12 hours.
Price: 249,900 HUF (including VAT)
* You can also pay in cash: simply select the “Pay by bank transfer” option, then follow the instructions for making a payment at the bank counter.
Cameo Experience
With this supporter package, you can attend the exclusive pre-premiere screening of the film KONEKT. Tickets are available in limited quantities. You will also have the opportunity to visit the set on a pre-arranged day, watch the filming process, and meet the actors and crew members. In addition to all of this, your name will be featured in the film’s end credits and on its IMDb page as a supporter. You will also be invited to the exclusive, private wrap party after the screening. Exclusive Opportunity: You will have the chance to participate in the filming and appear in one of the scenes, either in a small role or as a cameo.
PACKAGE CONTENT:
- 2 tickets to the exclusive pre-premiere screening
- Participation in a roundtable discussion after the screening
- Wine tasting before and after the screening
- Dedicated digital certificate
- A visit to the filming set for 2 people *
- Name featured in the end credits as a supporter and IMDb credit
- Invitation to the exclusive wrap party after the screening
- Opportunity to appear in one scene of the film with a short line or as a cameo for 1 person *
* Travel and accommodation costs are not included. The locations are within Budapest and Pest County. A shooting day lasts a maximum of 12 hours.
Price: Custom pricing. It depends on the length of the role, the dialogue, and the context. Please get in touch with us by clicking the button below so we can discuss the details in person.
Packages
Comparison of Supporter Packages
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| Selfless Supporter | Exclusive Experience | Couple's Package | Behind the Scenes | Among the Stars | Cameo Experience | |
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| Gross Price (HUF) | 2,900 | 11,900 | 19,900 | 99,900 | 249,900 | custom price |
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| +1 Cinema Ticket | ||||||
| Set Visit (2 people) | ||||||
| Credits / IMDb Credit | ||||||
| Wrap Party (2 people) | ||||||
| Cameo Appearance (1 person) |
Thank you for your support!
Konekt is not just a film – it’s a community project created out of passion, dedication and a love for the art of film. If you believe in the power of independent film and want to be part of the making of something special, join us!
Thank you for joining us on this exciting journey and we hope to see the finished film together soon!
Supporters
Our sponsors
This website was created by OnlineStory.hu.
The book featured in the film was provided by Balázs Pethő.
Bálint Szarka helped us with the UX aspects of the production.
The interviews and photos were taken at ClapStudio.
The Konektahedron helmet from Guerillafactory
made by Guerrilla.
Behind the scenes photos and videos by eMotion FILM.
The teaser and the interview have been colored by Noé Felleg.
Have more questions?
Contact us
BENCE BERKÓ
executive producer
[email protected]
+36 30 870 86 03
BÁLINT VIGH
director, writer, producer
[email protected]
+36 30 277 17 67
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