Zechmeister
Originally released in 1981. Zechmeister is a documentary/drama film. directed by Angela Summereder. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Maria Zechmeister, Rosa Renetzeder-Zeichmeister, and Herbert Adamec
Synopsis
The authentic story of Maria Zechmeister who lived in an Upper Austrian village and was convicted of the murder of her husband. There was no evidence and no confession. Only rumors. Maria and the witnesses re-enact the trial before the camera. They tell about the marriage, the time the husband was a prisoner of war and his return from captivity. If he really had been poisoned or if she was a victim of injustice remains open. Maria Zechmeister was pardoned after serving 17 years in prison and lives in an isolated house at the outskirts of the village.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1981
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 19m
79 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Austria
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Neue Studio Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zechmeister about?
The authentic story of Maria Zechmeister who lived in an Upper Austrian village and was convicted of the murder of her husband. There was no evidence and no confession. Only rumors. Maria and the w...
Who directed Zechmeister?
Zechmeister was directed by Angela Summereder.
How long is Zechmeister?
Zechmeister has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).
When was Zechmeister released?
Zechmeister was released on January 1, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Zechmeister?
The main cast of Zechmeister includes Maria Zechmeister, Rosa Renetzeder-Zeichmeister, Herbert Adamec, Asher Menselssohn, Claudia Schneider.