Hirschfield International Film Series

1990s Hungary. The iron curtain has fallen, and Hungarians are free to travel Europe. But travel is expensive. A taste of freedom, but not enough to truly revel in it. 

So, three Hungarian teens beat the system. Wild, fluid, and surreal animation tells the true story of Ákos, Laci and Petya as they begin to forge international train tickets that are easily manipulated due to an easy-to-remove ink: Pelican Blue. Matters turn dangerous for the youngsters when they unwittingly establish an underground crime syndicate and outrun the slow churn of the Hungarian Police. Watch an unforgettable tale of the battle between the law and the spirit of youth. 

Come join us in Dana Auditorium @ 7 PM for an unforgettable experience, pizza, and the chance to win a prize! (Pizza served at 6:30). 

“Pelikan Blue is the type of film that leaves a permanent smile on the viewer’s face” - Cineeuropa

“Transcends the medium of documentary” - Max Gibson ’25

“Had an absolute ball watching this” - Mu Paw ‘25

“One of the most engaging and interesting movies Hirschfield has seen” - Kalani Martial ‘25

“Visually inventive and completely immersive” - Graydon Hanson ‘25

“I am going to name my first-born child Pelikan Blue” - Ross Davis ‘27