Hungary in Flames (1957)

Hungary in Flames (1957) poster

A look back on Hungarian history ends in the bloody present of October 1956: The suppression of the uprising in Budapest, filmed from the point of view of those affected. The material was smuggled abroad and assembled there by refugee filmmakers. A direct contemporary document which at the end reflects the powerlessness of the West: Nobody came to help.

Director: Ferdinand Khittl, Stefan Erdélyi
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 83 min
Release Date:
Cinematography: Franz Vass
Country: Germany
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hungary in Flames about?
A look back on Hungarian history ends in the bloody present of October 1956: The suppression of the uprising in Budapest, filmed from the point of view of those affected. The material was smuggled abroad and assembled there by refugee filmmakers. A direct contemporary document which at the end reflects the powerlessness of the West: Nobody came to help.
Who directed Hungary in Flames?
Hungary in Flames was directed by Ferdinand Khittl, Stefan Erdélyi.
How long is Hungary in Flames?
Hungary in Flames has a runtime of 1h 23m (83 minutes).
What genre is Hungary in Flames?
Hungary in Flames is a Documentary film.
Where was Hungary in Flames produced?
Hungary in Flames was produced in Germany.