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A Strange Marriage
Count János Buttler rushes home to his parents and his beloved for the school holidays. On the way, they stop at Baron Dőry's house, where János is deviously trapped. In the presence of false witnesses, he is forcibly married to Baron Dőry's pregnant daughter. The swearing priest is the father of the unborn child. Although Buttler, his family and friends do their utmost to have the marriage annulled, the Church and the court, fearing for his authority, will not allow it. John Buttler and his lover therefore choose another way to divorce.
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Plot Summary
A war veteran, struggling with his memories and disorientation, finds himself drawn into a mysterious and potentially dangerous relationship with a woman he meets at a bar. As their connection deepens, he becomes entangled in her complicated life, facing secrets and unforeseen consequences. The film explores themes of trauma, desire, and the blurred lines between reality and perception.
Critical Reception
This low-budget film noir from 1951 received minimal critical attention upon its release and is largely forgotten today. Information regarding its critical reception is scarce, with no significant reviews or aggregate scores readily available in major archives. It is primarily known within niche circles of film noir enthusiasts.
What Reviewers Say
Competent, if uninspired, B-movie noir.
Features a somewhat intriguing premise but lacks depth.
Performance quality is inconsistent, typical of its budget.
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Fun Fact
The film was produced by a small independent studio, making its distribution and subsequent critical documentation very limited.
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