The Great Sacrifice
Originally released in 1944. The Great Sacrifice is a drama/romance film. directed by Veit Harlan.
Starring Carl Raddatz, Irene von Meyendorff, and Kristina Söderbaum
Synopsis
Äls, a young woman from Sweden living in Hamburg in the summer months attracts a newly married explorer, Albrecht Froben who has just returned to his native city. But although Äls seems to be 'life itself', she suffers from a tropical disease which is slowly killing her. Froben is torn between Äls and his wife Octavia, who he seen as a kind of 'heavenly' counterpart to the earthy and beguiling Äls.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 29, 1944
81 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (18 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Carl Raddatz
as Albrecht Froben
Irene von Meyendorff
as Octavia Froben
Kristina Söderbaum
as Aels Flodéen
Franz Schafheitlin
as Mathias
Ernst Stahl-Nachbaur
as Sanitätsrat Terboven
Paul Bildt
as Aels Flodeens Notar
Otto Treßler
as Senator Froben
Annemarie Steinsieck
as Frau Froben
Edgar Pauly
as Diener
Charlotte Schultz
as Krankenschwester
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- UFA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Great Sacrifice about?
Äls, a young woman from Sweden living in Hamburg in the summer months attracts a newly married explorer, Albrecht Froben who has just returned to his native city. But although Äls seems to be 'li...
Who directed The Great Sacrifice?
The Great Sacrifice was directed by Veit Harlan.
How long is The Great Sacrifice?
The Great Sacrifice has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was The Great Sacrifice released?
The Great Sacrifice was released on December 29, 1944 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Great Sacrifice?
The main cast of The Great Sacrifice includes Carl Raddatz, Irene von Meyendorff, Kristina Söderbaum, Franz Schafheitlin, Ernst Stahl-Nachbaur.