"The meetings were like a bad crime novel" – Kossuth Prize-winning photographer Péter Korniss spoke about his agent past.

Péter Korniss, a renowned photographer, discussed his past as a secret agent during an interview, revealing his recruitment in 1957 due to his involvement in protests. He recounted his experiences with the state security, including meetings and reporting, and how he eventually ceased his activities after 1966. Korniss emphasized the impact of political changes on his situation and the role of influential figures in protecting him. He also noted the ongoing efforts to obscure the identities of former agents, highlighting the complexities of confronting the past for many families.