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Spuk im Hochhaus
200 years ago, innkeepers Jette and August Deibelschmidt led a rapacious life. Out of greed, they repeatedly got their guests drunk in order to steal from them. When police commissioner Friedrich Wilhelm Licht tried to put them out of action, the house caught fire and all three died. In his last words, he curses the pair of thieves, saying that they will not find peace until they have done seven good deeds after 200 years.
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Plot Summary
A group of children discovers a mischievous ghost in their apartment building. The ghost causes all sorts of chaos and pranks, turning their everyday lives upside down. The children must find a way to understand and perhaps even befriend the spectral troublemaker.
Critical Reception
The series was popular with children in East Germany for its lighthearted take on the supernatural and its relatable child protagonists. It is remembered fondly for its humor and imaginative premise.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its whimsical and child-friendly portrayal of a ghost.
Appreciated for its humor and the relatable adventures of the child characters.
Seen as a classic piece of East German children's television.
Google audience: Audience reception from available sources is generally positive, highlighting its nostalgic value and charming, lighthearted approach to a supernatural theme that appeals to younger viewers.
Fun Fact
The series was produced by the East German state television broadcaster, Deutscher Fernsehfunk (DFF), and became a staple for children's programming in the GDR.
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