Dorothea Angermann
Dorothea Angermann

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Dorothea Angermann

1959
Movie
106 min
German

Dorothea Angermann the daughter of a clergyman is accused of the murder of her husband, a brutal man that she was obliged to marry because she was pregnant and he was the father of the baby.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Robert SiodmakGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

Dorothea Angermann is a young woman struggling with her past and the consequences of her actions. After her release from prison, she tries to rebuild her life and escape the shadows that haunt her. However, her attempts to find normalcy are threatened by lingering secrets and dangerous individuals from her former life, forcing her into a desperate fight for survival and redemption.

Critical Reception

Dorothea Angermann is a tense psychological thriller that showcases Siodmak's mastery of suspense. While not as widely known as some of his earlier works, it is appreciated for its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Maria Schell. The film delves into themes of guilt, memory, and the struggle to overcome one's past.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful direction and atmospheric dread.

  • Maria Schell delivers a compelling performance as a woman haunted by her past.

  • A taut thriller that effectively explores psychological complexities.

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Fun Fact

The film is based on a play by Gerhart Hauptmann, a prominent German dramatist and Nobel laureate.

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