DVD
The axe of Wandsbek = Das Beil von Wandsbek
Call Number
- DVD FOREIGN (CEN)
Edition
Widescreen version.
Languages
German dialogue; English subtitles.
Performers
Erwin Geschonneck, Käthe Braun, Gefion Helmke.
Publication Information
[United States] : First Run Features, 2009.
Physical Description
1 videodisc (111 min.) : sd., b&w ; 4 3/4 in.
Audience
Not rated.
Summary
Based on the true story of a German butcher facing bankruptcy, who agrees to help the Nazis put to death a group of prisoners with political ties.
Notes
Title from container.
Based on the novel by Arnold Zweig.
Bonus materials: short film on Falk Harnack; essay on Arnold Zweig; biographies and filmographies.