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Tea Time in the Ackerstrasse

1926
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German

Tea Time in the Ackerstrasse is a 1926 German silent drama film directed by Paul L. Stein and starring Reinhold Schünzel, Mary Nolan and Fritz Kampers. The film's sets were designed by Otto Erdmann and Hans Sohnle.

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Director: Carl FroelichGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

The film centers around a bustling Berlin apartment building in the Ackerstrasse, where the lives of various tenants intertwine. It humorously and dramatically explores the everyday struggles, romances, and conflicts of the residents as they navigate their lives in the vibrant but challenging post-war era.

Critical Reception

As a silent film from 1926, specific critical reception data is scarce in modern databases. However, contemporary reviews likely focused on its domestic themes and the performance of its ensemble cast, typical for German cinema of the Weimar Republic. It is generally considered a representative example of the period's social comedies.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its portrayal of everyday life in Berlin.

  • Praised for its ensemble cast and comedic elements.

  • Seen as a window into German society during the Weimar Republic.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this silent film is not available.

Fun Fact

Carl Froelich, the director, was a prolific filmmaker known for his works in the silent era and early sound period, often focusing on social dramas and comedies.

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