Kata, the Shrew movie poster

Kata, the Shrew

January 1, 1943 1h 11m

Originally released in 1943. Kata, the Shrew is a comedy film. directed by Viktor Bánky. At just 71 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Emmi Buttykay, Miklós Hajmássy, and Béla Mihályffi

Synopsis

Kata Juhász is the shrew in this updating of Shakespeare's play. Kata's wedding is scheduled but her groom deserts her over her whims. In order to prevent the guests from being disappointed, she hires a tramp from the banks of the Danube to play the role of the groom. The tramp, Chief Engineer Péter Szabó, doesn't bend to her caprices. This leads to confusion and resolution in the Shakespearian fashion.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1943 83 years ago
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Runtime 1h 11m 71 minutes total
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Language HU Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
HU

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kata, the Shrew about?

Kata Juhász is the shrew in this updating of Shakespeare's play. Kata's wedding is scheduled but her groom deserts her over her whims. In order to prevent the guests from being disappointed, she h...

Who directed Kata, the Shrew?

Kata, the Shrew was directed by Viktor Bánky.

How long is Kata, the Shrew?

Kata, the Shrew has a runtime of 1 hours and 11 minutes (71 minutes total).

When was Kata, the Shrew released?

Kata, the Shrew was released on January 1, 1943 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Kata, the Shrew?

The main cast of Kata, the Shrew includes Emmi Buttykay, Miklós Hajmássy, Béla Mihályffi, Mariska Vízváry, Tibor von Halmay.