The Black City
A fekete város
Synopsis
Feature film version of the 1971 series. On the eve of the 18th century, County Vicecomes Görgey Pál broods alone in his manor while the town of Leutschau celebrates New Year’s with lead‐casting omens and a disastrous hunt that sparks a bitter feud. As Görgey fights for his honor and life, and the townspeople defend their Saxon privileges, their mutual blind ambition prevents them from seeing the rising light of Rákóczi’s coming rebellion.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Éva Zsurzs
- Original Title
- A fekete város
- Country of Origin
- Hungary
- Spoken Languages
- Hungarian
- Runtime
- 3h 20m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Éva Zsurzs
Sándor Zákonyi
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Éva Zsurzs
Director
Sándor Zákonyi
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What is The Black City about?
Feature film version of the 1971 series. On the eve of the 18th century, County Vicecomes Görgey Pál broods alone in his manor while the town of Leutschau celebrates New Year’s with lead‐casting omens and a disastrous hunt that sparks a bitter feud. As Görgey fights for his honor and life, and the townspeople defend their Saxon privileges, their mutual blind ambition prevents them from seeing the rising light of Rákóczi’s coming rebellion.
Who directed The Black City?
The Black City was directed by Éva Zsurzs.
Who stars in The Black City?
The principal cast of The Black City includes Ferenc Bessenyei, Venczel Vera, Tibor Bitskey, Ilona Kállay, Péter Benkő.
When was The Black City released and how long is it?
The Black City was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 3h 20m.