The Tinder Box
Originally released in 1959. The Tinder Box is a fantasy/family film. directed by Siegfried Hartmann. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Rolf Ludwig, Heinz Schubert, and Rolf Defrank
Synopsis
A young soldier discovers three chests of copper, silver and gold and an old tinder-box in the hollow of an old oak tree. He is now rich. But he squanders the money until it is all gone. All he has left is the old tinder-box. He uses it to light a small pipe and three large dogs come to his rescue. Based on the fairy-tale by Hans Christian Anderson.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 17, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (16 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 Tinder Box about?
A young soldier discovers three chests of copper, silver and gold and an old tinder-box in the hollow of an old oak tree. He is now rich. But he squanders the money until it is all gone. All he has...
Who directed The Tinder Box?
The Tinder Box was directed by Siegfried Hartmann.
How long is The Tinder Box?
The Tinder Box has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was The Tinder Box released?
The Tinder Box was released on April 17, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Tinder Box?
The main cast of The Tinder Box includes Rolf Ludwig, Heinz Schubert, Rolf Defrank, Hannes Fischer, Hans Fiebrandt.