Diary of a Lost Girl
Originally released in 1929. Diary of a Lost Girl is a drama film. directed by G.W. Pabst.
Starring Louise Brooks, André Roanne, and Josef Rovenský
Synopsis
Thymian Henning, an innocent young girl, is raped by the clerk of her father's pharmacy. She becomes pregnant, is rejected by her family, and must fend for herself in a harsh, cruel world.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 27, 1929
96 years ago
Runtime
1h 53m
113 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (119 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Louise Brooks
as Thymian Henning
André Roanne
as Count Nicolas Osdorff
Josef Rovenský
as Karl Friedrich Henning
Fritz Rasp
as Meinert
Vera Pawlowa
as Aunt Frida
Franziska Kinz
as Meta Koch Henning
Arnold Korff
as Elder Count Osdorff
Andrews Engelmann
as The Reformatory's Dean
Valeska Gert
as The Reformatory Dean's Wife
Edith Meinhard
as Erika
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Hom-AG für Filmfabrikation
- Pabst-Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diary of a Lost Girl about?
Thymian Henning, an innocent young girl, is raped by the clerk of her father's pharmacy. She becomes pregnant, is rejected by her family, and must fend for herself in a harsh, cruel world.
Who directed Diary of a Lost Girl?
Diary of a Lost Girl was directed by G.W. Pabst.
How long is Diary of a Lost Girl?
Diary of a Lost Girl has a runtime of 1 hours and 53 minutes (113 minutes total).
When was Diary of a Lost Girl released?
Diary of a Lost Girl was released on September 27, 1929 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Diary of a Lost Girl?
The main cast of Diary of a Lost Girl includes Louise Brooks, André Roanne, Josef Rovenský, Fritz Rasp, Vera Pawlowa.
Is Diary of a Lost Girl worth watching?
Diary of a Lost Girl has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 119 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.