Komödianten-Emil movie poster

Komödianten-Emil

April 3, 1980 1h 35m

Originally released in 1980. Komödianten-Emil is a drama film. directed by Joachim Hasler.

Starring Gunter Sonneson, Zsuzsa Pálos, and Rolf Hoppe

Synopsis

The early 1930s in Berlin. Cabaret artist Emil Damaschke wants to entertain people with his program - together with Ida, the attraction from Hungary. But because he risks a lip that is too big, he is thrown out of the "Rosenthaler" cabaret, ends up on the criminal circuit and briefly in prison. Back out again, he and his colleagues leased the "Rosenthaler", whose Jewish owners had fled abroad to escape the Nazis. They set up a cooperative. However, a gang of criminals who professed allegiance to the Nazis wanted a share of the profits and believed they had a free ride. Emil rejects Ida's intention to win over the workers as a new audience, he makes money with advertising and refuses to join the criminals. They kidnap Ida, murder her in the forest and make sure that Emil is framed for the murder. Emil ends up in prison and the criminals take over the cabaret - in Nazi uniform.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 3, 1980 45 years ago
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Runtime 1h 35m 95 minutes total
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Language German Original language
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Country Germany + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE

Production Companies

  • DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme
  • Künstlerische Arbeitsgruppe ''Berlin''

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Komödianten-Emil about?

The early 1930s in Berlin. Cabaret artist Emil Damaschke wants to entertain people with his program - together with Ida, the attraction from Hungary. But because he risks a lip that is too big, he ...

Who directed Komödianten-Emil?

Komödianten-Emil was directed by Joachim Hasler.

How long is Komödianten-Emil?

Komödianten-Emil has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).

When was Komödianten-Emil released?

Komödianten-Emil was released on April 3, 1980 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Komödianten-Emil?

The main cast of Komödianten-Emil includes Gunter Sonneson, Zsuzsa Pálos, Rolf Hoppe, Wolfgang Greese, Dietmar Richter-Reinick.