Engel im Fegefeuer
Originally released in 1965. Engel im Fegefeuer is a drama film. directed by Herrmann Zschoche. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Fred Delmare, Jutta Hoffmann, and Sabine Thalbach
Synopsis
The Ruhr area in November of 1918. 13-year old Achim Wolters and his friends get their hands on some potatoes on the market. They want to surprise Achim′s father, who works on a mine sweeper boat, with a decent meal. But Achim′s father does not show up – an informer at the train station has betrayed him for his left-wing beliefs and has turned him over to the police. The priest tells Achim the sad news and advises him to pray for the release of his father. But when carpenter Stelzebein stresses that everybody has to take actions for himself, the devout boy at first does not believe in Stelzebein′s words. But then Achim witnesses in the prison how brutally the imperial police treat his father and the other inmates. Together with his loyal friends, Achim takes Stelzebein′s side. When the revolution starts, they stand together on the barricades.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Engel im Fegefeuer about?
The Ruhr area in November of 1918. 13-year old Achim Wolters and his friends get their hands on some potatoes on the market. They want to surprise Achim′s father, who works on a mine sweeper boat...
Who directed Engel im Fegefeuer?
Engel im Fegefeuer was directed by Herrmann Zschoche.
How long is Engel im Fegefeuer?
Engel im Fegefeuer has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
When was Engel im Fegefeuer released?
Engel im Fegefeuer was released on April 4, 1965 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Engel im Fegefeuer?
The main cast of Engel im Fegefeuer includes Fred Delmare, Jutta Hoffmann, Sabine Thalbach, Agnes Kraus, Eberhard Schaletzky.