Ilona Medveczky: They wouldn't have let me out for the filming of The Lion is About to Jump if I hadn't signed something

Medveczky Ilona commented on her name appearing in state security documents, revealing she was listed under the alias Cleopatra. The documents include names of various public figures, raising concerns about the authenticity of some records. Medveczky shared that her international career hinged on signing a document at 21, which allowed her to participate in a film. She reflected on the pressure she faced during that time, indicating that it felt like coercion. The film she mentioned, "Az oroszlán ugrani készül," was a significant success in 1969, showcasing a colorful action-comedy response to Western films. Other notable names in the documents include musicians and politicians, with some claiming they were approached for recruitment but declined.