The activity of Imre Makovecz and the civic educators in the 1970s and 1980s is a so far understudied period of Hungarian cultural history. The film presents the “open house” public education experiment, the construction of village halls, the various versions and effects of the mobilization of local society in the given era, and their survival in today’s society. Enforcement of interests in the civil sphere and autonomous ambitions of the individual characterized the days. We witness Imre Makovecz and his colleagues’ architectural ethos and little-known community-building role. The film points out the importance of community building, which appears not only in constructions but also in people’s interactions and the efforts of the individuals.
How can we foster social cohesion and dialogue amid political and ideological polarization?
