Des Henkers Bruder
Originally released in 1979. Des Henkers Bruder is a family/adventure film. directed by Walter Beck. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Fred Delmare, Brigitte Krause, and Gerry Wolff
Synopsis
On the eve of the German Peasants' War, the family of the young Christoph falls victim to an act of revenge by the knight Scharfenstein. The peasant leader Joß takes Christoph in. He learns to read, write and use a weapon. When Hieronymus is on his way to fetch a flag to signal an uprising, Christoph discovers treachery. To warn Jerome, he rides after him. But he can no longer save him from arrest and fetches the flag himself. On the way back, he is arrested with it. In prison, he meets Jerome again - and his older brother Jacob, who is an executioner. Jakob wants to let his brother go if he renounces the Peasants' Union. Christoph refuses and is able to escape with the flag.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Des Henkers Bruder about?
On the eve of the German Peasants' War, the family of the young Christoph falls victim to an act of revenge by the knight Scharfenstein. The peasant leader Joß takes Christoph in. He learns to rea...
Who directed Des Henkers Bruder?
Des Henkers Bruder was directed by Walter Beck.
How long is Des Henkers Bruder?
Des Henkers Bruder has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was Des Henkers Bruder released?
Des Henkers Bruder was released on February 9, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Des Henkers Bruder?
The main cast of Des Henkers Bruder includes Fred Delmare, Brigitte Krause, Gerry Wolff, Holger Mahlich, Leon Niemczyk.