---
title: "Life on the Hortobagy"
year: 1936
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/life-on-the-hortobagy-1936"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 296187
imdb_id: "tt0243313"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 79
community_rating: 6.3
vote_count: 4
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Life on the Hortobagy (1936) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/life-on-the-hortobagy-1936

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Life on the Hortobagy is a film first released in 1936. Catalogued under Drama. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Three generations of herdsmen navigate change on the Hungarian plain."

### Why Watch
- Authentic portrayal of Hungarian pastoral life
- Visually striking depiction of the Great Hungarian Plain

### Caveats & Content Note
- Pacing may feel slow to modern viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s contemplative tone and focus on generational labor make it suitable for adult audiences interested in cultural history.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: historical, rural, meditative, dramatic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: George Hoellering

## Key Cast Continuity

- **János Cinege**
- **István Kányási**
- **Margit Szincsák**
- **Mihály Nagy**
- **János Sárkány**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the setting of the film?
It is set in the Hortobágy region of the Great Hungarian Plain in Hungary.

### Q: When was the film released?
It was released in 1936.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.

### Q: What central theme does the film explore?
It follows three generations of herdsmen and depicts societal progress.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Life on the Hortobagy — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/296187)

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