The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant
Die bitteren Tränen der Petra von Kant
“Sex is the ultimate weapon.”
Synopsis
Petra von Kant is a successful fashion designer -- arrogant, caustic, and self-satisfied. She mistreats Marlene (her secretary, maid, and co-designer). Enter Karin, a 23-year-old beauty who wants to be a model. Petra falls in love with Karin and invites her to move in.
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Three Reasons: The Bitter Tears of Petra von KantOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-01-07
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Cine York: Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Festival / Special Debut
June 11, 1976
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 13, 2015
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rainer Werner Fassbinder
- Screenplay & Story
- Rainer Werner Fassbinder
- Original Score
- Giuseppe Verdi
- Original Title
- Die bitteren Tränen der Petra von Kant
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 2h 4m
- Production Studios
- Tango Film, Filmverlag der Autoren
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Giuseppe Verdi
Michael Ballhaus
Thea Eymèsz
Michael Fengler, Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Ballhaus
Director of Photography
Thea Eymèsz
Editor
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Screenplay
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Director
Michael Fengler
Producer
Kurt Raab
Production Design
Maja Lemcke
Costume Design
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Producer
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Tous publics — Universal audience.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant
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What is The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant about?
Petra von Kant is a successful fashion designer -- arrogant, caustic, and self-satisfied. She mistreats Marlene (her secretary, maid, and co-designer). Enter Karin, a 23-year-old beauty who wants to be a model. Petra falls in love with Karin and invites her to move in.
Who directed The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant?
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant was directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.
Who stars in The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant?
The principal cast of The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant includes Margit Carstensen, Hanna Schygulla, Katrin Schaake, Eva Mattes, Gisela Fackeldey.
When was The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant released and how long is it?
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 2h 4m.
Who composed the musical score for The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant was composed by Giuseppe Verdi.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant?
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant holds official age classifications: FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.).