Cyankali movie poster

Cyankali

November 15, 1977 1h 19m

Originally released in 1977. Cyankali is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Jurij Kramer. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Renate Krößner, Ursula Braun, and Hermann Beyer

Synopsis

Berlin, end of the 1920s. Young factory workers Hete and Paul are expecting a child. When first Paul and then Hete become unemployed, the two look for ways to terminate the pregnancy. Hete goes to a doctor, but he refuses to give her the necessary document for the abortion. As a result, Hete and Paul want to carry out the abortion themselves, using a stolen instrument. Fearing for Hete, Paul aborts the attempt. So Hete turns to an illegal abortionist, who sends the feverish girl away with a bottle of cyanide, which is supposed to help in small doses. Hete goes to her mother, who takes care of her and also gives her the cyanide drops. But Hete exceeds the dose.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 15, 1977 48 years ago
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Runtime 1h 19m 79 minutes total
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Language German Original language
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Country East Germany Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE

Production Companies

  • Fernsehen der DDR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cyankali about?

Berlin, end of the 1920s. Young factory workers Hete and Paul are expecting a child. When first Paul and then Hete become unemployed, the two look for ways to terminate the pregnancy. Hete goes to ...

Who directed Cyankali?

Cyankali was directed by Jurij Kramer.

How long is Cyankali?

Cyankali has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).

When was Cyankali released?

Cyankali was released on November 15, 1977 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Cyankali?

The main cast of Cyankali includes Renate Krößner, Ursula Braun, Hermann Beyer, Horst Hiemer, Rolf Römer.