Elcserélt ember

Set during World War I, Elcserélt ember follows the lives of two men who look nearly identical. Peter Benedek, a landowner, is killed in battle, while István Pongrácz, a mechanical engineer, is injured and mistakenly sent to Benedek's estate after suffering from amnesia.

As Pongrácz adjusts to life as Benedek, he faces the challenge of reconciling his true identity with the expectations of those around him. Mrs. Benedek is initially pleased with this new version of her husband, who appears transformed into a hardworking man. However, as Pongrácz begins to recover his memories, the tension between his past and present grows.

This film's exploration of identity and the consequences of war offers a poignant narrative that resonates with audiences interested in historical dramas. Directed by a notable filmmaker and featuring a talented cast, Elcserélt ember is a significant piece of Hungarian cinema from the late 1930s.