The Blue Light
Originally released in 1976. The Blue Light is a fantasy/family film. directed by Iris Gusner. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Viktor Semyonov, Blanche Kommerell, and Katharina Thalbach
Synopsis
Hans the farmer is drawn into war as a soldier. Returning from the front, having been defrauded of his pay by his own king, he makes his way home. On his trip, he encounters a witch who asks him to fetch the light from a spring. He keeps it when the witch tries to deceive him and he discovers her foul magic. When the light is ignited, a little man appears who must serve the owner of the light, but it only has power if the owner has faith in himself. His courage bolstered, Hans goes to the king once more to demand his wages be paid.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 14, 1976
49 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (3 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
East Germany
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Blue Light about?
Hans the farmer is drawn into war as a soldier. Returning from the front, having been defrauded of his pay by his own king, he makes his way home. On his trip, he encounters a witch who asks him to...
Who directed The Blue Light?
The Blue Light was directed by Iris Gusner.
How long is The Blue Light?
The Blue Light has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was The Blue Light released?
The Blue Light was released on March 14, 1976 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Blue Light?
The main cast of The Blue Light includes Viktor Semyonov, Blanche Kommerell, Katharina Thalbach, Fred Delmare, Helmut Straßburger.