Die Braut
Originally released in 1999. Die Braut is a drama/history film. directed by Egon Günther.
Starring Veronica Ferres, Herbert Knaup, and Sibylle Canonica
Synopsis
The relationship between Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, the great German writer, and Christiane Vulpius, a village girl, is one of the instantaneous and fiery passion. They lived together for 28 years, 18 of these living in sin, 10 a married couple. Christiane's rival, Charlotte von Stein, a former favorite of Goethe, begins plotting and scheming against her. Christiane puts up with countless insults and humiliations like having to 'disappear' with their son into the servants' quarters and to stay at home on official occasions. Goethe marries her when she saves his life during an attack by plundering Napoleonic soldiers. Her new social position as Goethe's wife is resented and envied by all. When she is openly attacked by the snooty, jealous people, Goethe is only half-hearted in coming to her defence. But she stays with him for he is her great love, even when she turns to the charms of many youthful admirers...
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Veronica Ferres
as Christiane Vulpius
Herbert Knaup
as Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Sibylle Canonica
as Charlotte von Stein
Christoph Waltz
as Herzog Carl August
Franziska Herold
as Charlotte Lengefeld-Schiller
Christian Hockenbrink
as Christian August Vulpius
August Diehl
as Fritz von Stein
Friedrich-Wilhelm Junge
as Christoph Martin Wieland
Rüdiger Vogler
as Hans-Heinrich Meyer
Maria Happel
as Tante Juliane
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- TELLUX-Film
- ORF
- MDR
- HR
- ARTE
- Studio Babelsberg Independents
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Die Braut about?
The relationship between Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, the great German writer, and Christiane Vulpius, a village girl, is one of the instantaneous and fiery passion. They lived together for 28 years...
Who directed Die Braut?
Die Braut was directed by Egon Günther.
How long is Die Braut?
Die Braut has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).
When was Die Braut released?
Die Braut was released on May 27, 1999 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Die Braut?
The main cast of Die Braut includes Veronica Ferres, Herbert Knaup, Sibylle Canonica, Christoph Waltz, Franziska Herold.