Mungiu

Mungiu is a Romanian surname. The best-known bearer is Cristian Mungiu, born in 1968, a Romanian film director, screenwriter and producer and a leading figure of the Romanian New Wave. His breakthrough feature, 4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days (2007), won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival and is often cited as emblematic of post-communist Romanian cinema. Mungiu's subsequent works include Beyond the Hills (2012) and Graduation (2016), which continued his exploration of moral responsibility, social constraints, and personal choice within tightly observed social settings. His films are noted for naturalistic performances, long takes, and a focus on ethical dilemmas set against broader historical and social themes. Beyond filmmaking, Mungiu has participated in international film education and festival activities, contributing to the visibility of Romanian cinema on the world stage. The surname Mungiu is Romanian in origin, and while Cristian Mungiu is the most widely known bearer, other individuals may carry the name in Romanian-speaking communities.