The lover of a woman whose uncle has been found dead in the mansion is accused of murder.A lawyer knows the real culprit's identity but cannot directly come forward due to attorney-client privilege.
Is it worth the watch? If you have a soft spot for German pre-war dramas, sure. It’s got that specific, slightly stuffy energy that feels like a play trapped inside a camera. If you need pacing, car chases, or anything moving faster than a polite stroll, you will probably hate it. It’s for people who like to watch char...
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Jürgen von Alten
Dallas M. Fitzgerald
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"Is it worth the watch? If you have a soft spot for German pre-war dramas, sure. It’s got that specific, slightly stuffy energy that feels like a play trapped inside a camera. If you need pacing, car chases, or anything moving faster than a polite stroll, you will probably hate it. It’s for people who like to watch characters argue about ethics while smoking cigarettes in dimly lit studies. 🚬 The whole thing hinges on a lawyer being stuck behind a wall of attorney-client privilege. It’s a frust..."
Fredy Barten
Felix Helmer, Curt J. Braun
Germany
1936 · IMDb 2.9
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