Different from the Others
Originally released in 1919. Different from the Others is a drama film. directed by Richard Oswald. At just 51 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Conrad Veidt, Anita Berber, and Magnus Hirschfeld
Synopsis
Conrad Veidt plays a famous musician who is blackmailed for being gay. Eventually he stands trial and is convicted. At the end the film pleads for the abolition of §175 (the law that punishes homosexuality).
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 28, 1919
106 years ago
Runtime
0h 51m
51 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (50 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Conrad Veidt
as Paul Körner
Anita Berber
as Else Sivers
Magnus Hirschfeld
as Doctor / Sexologist
Reinhold Schünzel
as Franz Bollek
Fritz Schulz
as Kurt Sivers
Leo Connard
as Paul's Father
Ilse von Tasso-Lind
as Paul's Mother
Ernst Pittschau
as Paul's Brother
Wilhelm Diegelmann
as Kurt's Father
Alexandra Wiellegh
as Paul's Sister-in-law
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Richard Oswald Produktion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Different from the Others about?
Conrad Veidt plays a famous musician who is blackmailed for being gay. Eventually he stands trial and is convicted. At the end the film pleads for the abolition of §175 (the law that punishes homo...
Who directed Different from the Others?
Different from the Others was directed by Richard Oswald.
How long is Different from the Others?
Different from the Others has a runtime of 0 hours and 51 minutes (51 minutes total).
When was Different from the Others released?
Different from the Others was released on May 28, 1919 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Different from the Others?
The main cast of Different from the Others includes Conrad Veidt, Anita Berber, Magnus Hirschfeld, Reinhold Schünzel, Fritz Schulz.