Torgus
Originally released in 1921. Torgus is a drama film. directed by Hanns Kobe. At just 64 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Gerd Fricke, Ferdinand Gregori, and Eugen Klöpfer
Synopsis
John, a young man raised by his aunt, is in love with Anna, a servant girl who is going to have his baby. He is willing to marry her but his stern aunt wants him to marry a rich girl. To separate the lovers, she arranges for her nephew to be enrolled at a university in a distant town. She then has Anna sent away to live with Torgus the coffin maker and his mother where she will be secluded until the birth of the child. Torgus, a clumsy golem-esque sort of fellow, is immediately charmed by the beautiful girl and takes pity on her. Meanwhile, Anna anxiously awaits John's return.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 20, 1921
104 years ago
Runtime
1h 4m
64 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Centaur-Film GmbH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Torgus about?
John, a young man raised by his aunt, is in love with Anna, a servant girl who is going to have his baby. He is willing to marry her but his stern aunt wants him to marry a rich girl. To separate t...
Who directed Torgus?
Torgus was directed by Hanns Kobe.
How long is Torgus?
Torgus has a runtime of 1 hours and 4 minutes (64 minutes total).
When was Torgus released?
Torgus was released on October 20, 1921 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Torgus?
The main cast of Torgus includes Gerd Fricke, Ferdinand Gregori, Eugen Klöpfer, Marija Leiko, Kaethe Richter.