Post Mortem (2020): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Post Mortem is a 2020 mystery thriller directed by Péter Bergendy, starring Viktor Klem as Tomás, Fruzsina Hais and Judit Schell. It runs 1 hour 55 minutes and earned $508,801 worldwide. Its Echo Score is 64/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 55m (115 min)
- Director
- Péter Bergendy
- Original language
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Hungarian
- Studio
- Szupermodern Stúdió
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Post Mortem About?
The premise of Post Mortem without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
You only know if you’ve been to the other side. A post mortem photographer and a little girl confront ghosts in a haunted village after the First World War.
Post Mortem Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- post mortem photography
- hungary
- paranormal investigation
- haunted village
- haunted place
- haunting
- stray ghost
- house
- basement
- cellar
- attic
- corridor
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- barn
- fear
- fright
- death
- corpse
- distorted voice
- cemetery
- market
- battleground
- levitation
- camera
- photograph
- killing
- little girl
- paranormal phenomenon
- water
- sinking
- knocking
- whispering
- noise
- possession
- vision
- camera obscura
- trail
- sawdust
- ring
- bell
- drowning
- chimney
- rope
- freezing
- frost
- dog
- obsession
- supernatural horror
- gothic
- psychotronic film
- ghost
Post Mortem Cast & Characters
Viktor Klem leads the cast as Tomás, with Fruzsina Hais as Anna and Judit Schell as Marcsa. Directed by Péter Bergendy; 23 actors are credited in all.
- Director Péter Bergendy
- Viktor Klem as Tomás
- Fruzsina Hais as Anna
- Judit Schell as Marcsa
- Áron Dimény as Man with cross
Also Starring in Post Mortem
· 19 more- Björn Freiberg Market Visitor
- Gábor Reviczky Öreg
- Géza Kovács Dead Kis Gergo
- Zsolt Anger Imre
- Gabriella Hámori Emi
- Ildikó Tóth Ilus
- Mari Nagy Keresztes néni
- Diána Magdolna Kiss Jutka
- Andrea Ladányi Néni
- András Balogh Jóska
- Balázs Veres Soldier
- Márta Szabó Lacika's mother
- Eszter Kiss Zsuzsa
- Hajna Sziládi Juli
- Kristóf Mucsi Twin 2
- Erik Gyarmati Lacika
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- Tamás Miklós Hajdu Twin 1
- István Fazekas Father
- Krisztina Czifra Mother
More from Péter Bergendy
More films directed by Péter Bergendy: Trezor and Stop Mom Theresa!.
Post Mortem Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 64/100, strongest in art & craft (78) and weakest in story & flow (48).
Post Mortem Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, Post Mortem delivers a visually compelling period piece but struggles with narrative cohesion and character depth. Critics commend its atmospheric production design, practical effects, and inventive horror motifs, while many viewers note a muddled plot and uneven performances that dilute its impact. The sensory experience is heightened by meticulous cinematography, yet the story’s pacing and emotional resonance falter. Consequently, the film offers occasional thrills but leaves a mixed impression, resulting in a modest aggregated score.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 78
ART: The film excels in its production design and visual craftsmanship, presenting an authentically recreated village, detailed period costumes, and striking practical makeup. Critics highlight the atmospheric cinematography and inventive set pieces, while several viewers praise the thoughtful camerawork and effective special effects. Nevertheless, occasional cheap jump‑scares modestly detract from an otherwise high‑quality aesthetic.
- Character & Emotion 60
CHARACTER: Performances receive mixed evaluations; some reviewers commend the actors for delivering atmospheric and sometimes nuanced portrayals, while others criticize the characters as one‑dimensional and their relationships underdeveloped. The uneasy surrogate father‑daughter dynamic is noted but often seen as insufficiently explored, resulting in limited emotional resonance across the cast.
- Story & Flow 48
STORY: The narrative premise—centering on a post‑mortem photographer in a plague‑stricken village—offers originality, yet execution suffers from uneven pacing and fragmented plotting. Critics acknowledge the folk‑horror ambience, but many viewers describe the storyline as muddled, with unclear motives and an unsatisfying resolution that undermines overall coherence.
- Sensory Experience 70
SENSORY: Audio‑visual elements contribute strongly to the film’s eerie tone; the sound design accentuates the cold, barren landscape, while the soundtrack remains understated. Visual style benefits from meticulous lighting, striking color palettes, and effective practical effects, though some viewers note occasional dub quality issues that distract from immersion.
- Rewatch Factor 65
REWATCH: The film provides occasional memorable set‑pieces and an atmospheric setting that may entice repeat viewings for genre enthusiasts, yet narrative inconsistencies and uneven character work limit its long‑term appeal. Positive audience remarks highlight its unique period horror flavor, while criticism of pacing and plot clarity reduces overall rewatch incentive.
Post Mortem Plot Summary
What happens in Post Mortem from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
During the final months of World War I, a battlefield scene unfolds as Tomás is pulled from a mass grave by an older soldier, barely alive after an artillery blast. In the moment of semi-consciousness, he experiences a vivid vision of a girl who seems to call him back to life, a fragment of the beyond that will follow him home. This haunting glimpse foreshadows a gift and a danger, a way to bridge the living and the dead that will redefine him.
Full summary
The whole story of Post Mortem, scene by scene
Post Mortem Box Office
Post Mortem grossed $508,801 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$508.8K
- International
- $508.8K
Post Mortem Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Post Mortem.
How Well Do You Know Post Mortem?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What profession does Tomás take up after surviving the war?
Post Mortem Also Known As
9 alternative titles, including “Pēcnāves fotogrāfijas” and “懾影屍”.
- Also known as
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- Pēcnāves fotogrāfijas
- 懾影屍
- Post Mortem - Fotos do Além
- Post Mortem: Fotos del Más Allá (Después de la muerte)
- Пост Мортем
- 身后事
- 포스트 모템
- Pomirtinės nuotraukos
- ポスト・モーテム 遺体写真家トーマス
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Post Mortem FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Post Mortem, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Post Mortem?
Post Mortem runs 1 hour 55 minutes (115 minutes).
When was Post Mortem released?
Post Mortem was released on October 8, 2020.
Who directed Post Mortem?
Post Mortem was directed by Péter Bergendy.
More films by Péter Bergendy Who is in the cast of Post Mortem?
Post Mortem stars Viktor Klem as Tomás, Fruzsina Hais as Anna and Judit Schell as Marcsa, among 23 credited actors.
How much did Post Mortem make at the box office?
Post Mortem grossed $508,801 worldwide.
Does Post Mortem have a post-credit scene?
No. Post Mortem has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Post Mortem in?
The original language of Post Mortem is Hungarian.
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