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6.9 / 10(7 votes)IMDb19291h 47mGermany

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.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

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

Director

Paul Czinner

Screenplay & Story

Arthur Schnitzler, Carl Mayer, Paul Czinner

Director of Photography

Karl Freund, Adolf Schlasy, Robert Baberske

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Arthur Schnitzler

Department Leadership Roster

Paul Czinner

Director

Karl Freund

Karl Freund

Director of Photography

Carl Mayer

Writer

Paul Czinner

Writer

Adolf Schlasy

Director of Photography

Robert Baberske

Director of Photography

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".