Die Warschauer Zitadelle
Originally released in 1937. Die Warschauer Zitadelle is a drama film. directed by Fritz Peter Buch.
Starring Lucie Höflich, Werner Hinz, and Viktoria von Ballasko
Synopsis
Considering Germany's own treatment of Poland in 1939, it is ironic in the extreme that the 1938 German film Um Freiheit und Liebe (For Freedom and Love) is a celebration of Poland's declaration of independence from Russia. Werner Hinz plays Konrad, an idealistic Polish student who courts disaster for his loved ones through his constant harrangues against Russian impression. When his mother promises the authorities that Konrad will cease his protests, he is honor bound to obey her, no matter what the provocation. Drowning his disappointment in liquor, Konrad falls in love with nightclub singer Anna Sasotska (Viktoria von Ballasko). While he never achieves his political goals, Konrad at least finds happiness romantically. The climax of the film is particularly exciting, even though it is motivated by anti-Russian (and implicitly pro-Nazi) propaganda.
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- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Die Warschauer Zitadelle about?
Considering Germany's own treatment of Poland in 1939, it is ironic in the extreme that the 1938 German film Um Freiheit und Liebe (For Freedom and Love) is a celebration of Poland's declaration of...
Who directed Die Warschauer Zitadelle?
Die Warschauer Zitadelle was directed by Fritz Peter Buch.
How long is Die Warschauer Zitadelle?
Die Warschauer Zitadelle has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Die Warschauer Zitadelle released?
Die Warschauer Zitadelle was released on January 5, 1937 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Die Warschauer Zitadelle?
The main cast of Die Warschauer Zitadelle includes Lucie Höflich, Werner Hinz, Viktoria von Ballasko, Hans Leibelt, Peter Elsholtz.