Carbide and Sorrel
Originally released in 1963. Carbide and Sorrel is a comedy film. directed by Frank Beyer. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Erwin Geschonneck, Marita Böhme, and Manja Behrens
Synopsis
After the second World War, Dresden has a lot of reconstructing to do. To get the cigarette factory he once worked for running again, Kalle has to travel to Wittenberg - the only place where carbide can be found. Once there, Kalle find himself in the unfortunate situation of having to hitchhike his way back to Dresden, transporting seven heavy barrels of carbide. However, his inventiveness and optimistic attitude help transform the grueling task into an adventurous, entertaining, and funny journey.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 27, 1963
62 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (10 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
East Germany
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carbide and Sorrel about?
After the second World War, Dresden has a lot of reconstructing to do. To get the cigarette factory he once worked for running again, Kalle has to travel to Wittenberg - the only place where carbid...
Who directed Carbide and Sorrel?
Carbide and Sorrel was directed by Frank Beyer.
How long is Carbide and Sorrel?
Carbide and Sorrel has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Carbide and Sorrel released?
Carbide and Sorrel was released on December 27, 1963 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Carbide and Sorrel?
The main cast of Carbide and Sorrel includes Erwin Geschonneck, Marita Böhme, Manja Behrens, Margot Busse, Rudolf Asmus.