John Glückstadt
Originally released in 1975. John Glückstadt is a drama film. directed by Ulf Miehe.
Starring Dieter Laser, Marie-Christine Barrault, and Tilo Prückner
Synopsis
Adapted from the novel Die Döppelgänger by Theodor Storm, this black-and-white drama tells the tragic story of a war veteran who, in 1860, returns to his home in Schleswig Holstein after serving a term for robbery. There he finds nothing but hardship and rejection, save from the town's mayor and a young servant girl, whom he marries. Ridiculed and abused, with practically no work, he turns to drink and one night accidentally kills his wife. The child of their marriage is taken away from him, and at this point he is left with the options of becoming a robber, starving to death, or emigrating.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 30, 1975
50 years ago
Runtime
1h 34m
94 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Süddeutscher Rundfunk
- Maran Film
- Independent Film GmbH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Glückstadt about?
Adapted from the novel Die Döppelgänger by Theodor Storm, this black-and-white drama tells the tragic story of a war veteran who, in 1860, returns to his home in Schleswig Holstein after serving ...
Who directed John Glückstadt?
John Glückstadt was directed by Ulf Miehe.
How long is John Glückstadt?
John Glückstadt has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).
When was John Glückstadt released?
John Glückstadt was released on June 30, 1975 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in John Glückstadt?
The main cast of John Glückstadt includes Dieter Laser, Marie-Christine Barrault, Tilo Prückner, Uwe Dallmeier, Fritz Hollenbeck.