Fata Morgana

Set in the early decades of the 20th century on the cursed wastelands of Central Europe, Fata Morgana is based on the legendary true story of "The Piperman".

Set in the early decades of the 20th century on the cursed wastelands of Central Europe, Fata Morgana is based on the legendary true story of "The Piperman". As a radical response to the physical abuse inflicted by frustrated men on women, our hero Victoria, decides to disguise herself as a man. She goes on a killing spree and hangs the husbands of oppressed women in the village. Is she a proto-feminist superhero or a despicable murderer? Maybe both...

Keywords: women, abuse, LGBTQ

Director's note:
Inspired by a Hungarian legend, FATA MORGANA is a thrilling tale of a woman's revenge set in the cursed wastelands of early 20th-century Central Europe. This gripping thriller addresses profound and universal issues: immigration and assimilation, misogyny and emancipation, obedience and ethics. Drawing from classic Western movies and series, our goal is to reinvent the genre, creating a 'feminist Eastern.' It tells the story of a woman in the 20th century battling a violent patriarchal society, symbolizing the struggles of all women across different eras and regions. FATA MORGANA promises a unique cinematic experience, featuring monumental panoramas and iconic close-ups for a visually striking presentation. Each episode will have a distinctive artistic approach to the story. Rooted in Central Europe, the series will showcase a diverse cast from the region, alongside some French characters, reflecting the historic ties between Central Europe and France in the early 20th century.

Producer's note:
Inspired by a Hungarian legend, FATA MORGANA is a thrilling revenge tale set in the cursed wastelands of early 20th-century Central Europe. This compelling series tackles profound and universal issues: immigration, assimilation, misogyny, emancipation, obedience, and ethics. Rooted in Central Europe, it features a diverse cast from the region, including French characters due to historical ties with France. The story is developed by Hungarian showrunner Gabor Harmi, co-written with Zsofi Ruttkay, Gyorgy Palfi, and Gabor Papp. The detailed bible and pilot script are being rewritten. Multi-awarded director and producer Bela Tarr is the artistic producer. We seek financing partners for the series development. Pitching at TV Beats in Tallinn will give significant exposure and help secure pre-sales, confirming interest from international buyers.