Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases
Film Origins & Credits
The 1915 Hungarian silent film is introduced with its original title and director credit. Michael Curtiz is established as the creative force behind the production.
Key Events
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Film Title Introduction — Introduction of the 1915 silent film Location: Hungary
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Hungarian Title Origin — Original title A tolonc established Location: Hungary
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Director Credit — Michael Curtiz directed the film Location: Hungary
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Cast Listing — Main cast members introduced Characters: Angyal Liszka, Miklós, Ördög Sára
Location: Film Set
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Angyal Liszka Role — Lili Berky portrays Angyal Liszka Characters: Angyal Liszka
Location: Film Set
Cast & Character Focus
The primary cast members are listed alongside their respective roles. Angyal Liszka, Miklós, and Ördög Sára are highlighted as the central figures.
Key Events
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Angyal Liszka Role — Lili Berky portrays Angyal Liszka Characters: Angyal Liszka
Location: Film Set
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Miklós Character — Victor Varconi plays Miklós Characters: Miklós
Location: Film Set
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Ördög Sára Role — Mari Jászai portrays Ördög Sára Characters: Ördög Sára
Location: Film Set
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Preservation Status — Film preservation history noted Location: Film Archive
Decades of Obscurity
The film enters a long period of archival uncertainty. Preservation records indicate it was once considered permanently lost to history.
Key Events
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Preservation Status — Film preservation history noted Location: Film Archive
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Lost Film Status — Film was once thought completely lost Location: Global Archives
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New York Discovery — Film discovered in New York Location: Hungarian House Cultural Center
Rediscovery & Modern Release
The film is located in a New York cultural center and returned to Hungary for restoration. It eventually receives official DVD and Blu-ray distribution.
Key Events
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Return to Hungary — Film transported back to Hungary Location: Hungary
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Restoration Process — Technical restoration initiated Location: Hungarian Film Archive
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DVD Release — Film released on DVD format Location: United States
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Blu-ray Release — Film released on Blu-ray format Location: United States
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Olive Films Distribution — Official distribution by Olive Films Location: United States
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