

Fräulein Else
Synopsis
While staying with her aunt at a fashionable spa, Else receives an unexpected telegram from her mother, begging her to save her father from debtor’s jail. The only way out, it seems, is to approach an elderly acquaintance in order to borrow money from him. Through this telegram, Else is forced into the reality of a world entirely at odds with her romantic imagination – with horrific consequences.
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March 7, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Czinner
- Screenplay & Story
- Arthur Schnitzler, Carl Mayer, Paul Czinner
- Original Title
- Fräulein Else
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Studios
- Poetic-Film GmbH (Berlin, DE)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Czinner
Arthur Schnitzler, Carl Mayer, Paul Czinner
Karl Freund, Adolf Schlasy, Robert Baberske
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Czinner
Director
Karl Freund
Director of Photography
Carl Mayer
Writer
Paul Czinner
Writer
Adolf Schlasy
Director of Photography
Robert Baberske
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Fräulein Else.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fräulein Else
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Fräulein Else about?
While staying with her aunt at a fashionable spa, Else receives an unexpected telegram from her mother, begging her to save her father from debtor’s jail. The only way out, it seems, is to approach an elderly acquaintance in order to borrow money from him. Through this telegram, Else is forced into the reality of a world entirely at odds with her romantic imagination – with horrific consequences.
Who directed Fräulein Else?
Fräulein Else was directed by Paul Czinner.
Who stars in Fräulein Else?
The principal cast of Fräulein Else includes Elisabeth Bergner, Albert Bassermann, Albert Steinrück, Adele Sandrock, Else Heller.
When was Fräulein Else released and how long is it?
Fräulein Else was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
Is Fräulein Else based on a book or true story?
Fräulein Else is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Arthur Schnitzler".




















