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A Strange Role

January 6, 1976 1h 22m 6.3/10 (3 votes)

Originally released in 1976. A Strange Role is a drama/history film. directed by Pál Sándor. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Endre Holmann, Dajka Margit, and Szabó Sándor

Synopsis

After the breakup of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, a young Hungarian, wanted by the police for political crimes, escapes to just this side of the Austrian border. When he discovers that his escape contact has been shot, he disguises himself as a woman and, posing as a maid, takes refuge at a tuberculosis sanatorium. He lives there as a woman for the entire winter before resuming his journey in the spring.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 6, 1976 50 years ago
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Runtime 1h 22m 82 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (3 votes)
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Language HU Original language
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Country Hungary Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
HU

Production Companies

  • Hunnia Filmstúdió

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Strange Role about?

After the breakup of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, a young Hungarian, wanted by the police for political crimes, escapes to just this side of the Austrian border. When he discovers that his escape c...

Who directed A Strange Role?

A Strange Role was directed by Pál Sándor.

How long is A Strange Role?

A Strange Role has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).

When was A Strange Role released?

A Strange Role was released on January 6, 1976 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in A Strange Role?

The main cast of A Strange Role includes Endre Holmann, Dajka Margit, Szabó Sándor, Erzsébet Kútvölgyi, Dezső Garas.