Erster Verlust
Originally released in 1990. Erster Verlust is a drama film. directed by Maxim Dessau.
Starring Horst Krause, Jaecki Schwarz, and Julia Jäger
Synopsis
In a German village in 1942, farmer Heinrich Marten is conscripted, leaving behind his wife Kathrin and sister Frieda. As the two young women cannot manage the farm alone, they are given help by the state: a prisoner of war. The Russian Alexei is emaciated and has to be nursed back to health by the women. Working together in the fields and on the farm, Kathrin and Frieda inevitably get closer to the Russian. The resolute Frieda is courted by the local farmer Otto Lange and is at the same time dependent on him. A love affair develops between Kathrin and Alexei. They make love in a shed. But the couple is discovered by a soldier and Alexej flees. He is caught by young Nazis and taken away.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erster Verlust about?
In a German village in 1942, farmer Heinrich Marten is conscripted, leaving behind his wife Kathrin and sister Frieda. As the two young women cannot manage the farm alone, they are given help by th...
Who directed Erster Verlust?
Erster Verlust was directed by Maxim Dessau.
How long is Erster Verlust?
Erster Verlust has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was Erster Verlust released?
Erster Verlust was released on October 5, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Erster Verlust?
The main cast of Erster Verlust includes Horst Krause, Jaecki Schwarz, Julia Jäger, Pavel Sanaev, Martin Seifert.