Embers: A Heart-Wrenching Reunion in a War-Torn World

Production Details

Title: Embers
Format: Feature Film
Production Begins: April 2026
Filming Location: Budapest, Hungary
Cast: Ralph Fiennes
Creative Directors: John Buchan, Jason Knight
Synopsis: Embers is a story of love, friendship and betrayal set against the backdrop of war-torn 1940s Europe. Henrik, a retired general from the Austro-Hungarian army eagerly awaits the arrival of his dearest childhood friend, Konrad, a man he has not seen for several decades. They were last together on a fateful hunting trip when Konrad mysteriously fled Vienna, leaving behind Henrik and his beautiful wife Krisztina. Will the reunion bring answers to the questions that have haunted Henrik’s life with such intensity?

Production Company

Portobello Productions
Budapest, Hungary
mail@portobelloproductions.com
Contact: +36 1 234 567 89

About Embers

Embers unfolds in 1940s Europe, a time marked by conflict and personal turmoil. It tells the story of Henrik, a retired general, who awaits the unexpected visit of his long-lost friend Konrad. Their reunion is laden with the weight of their shared past, shadowed by betrayal and a haunting mystery. As the two men reconnect, they confront the choices that have shaped their lives. The narrative explores themes of love, loyalty, and the lingering effects of hidden truths, revealing how the scars of history can influence personal relationships.

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