Die Försterbuben
Synopsis
When seminarian Martin Rufmann arrives in St. Eustachen, idyllically located in the Carinthian mountains, the local choral society is celebrating a joyous festival. Martin is the youngest son of the widowed head forester Thomas Rufmann. Martin's older brother Friedolin has inherited his father's love of hunting and is one of the best hunters in the area. He is also engaged to the pretty innkeeper's daughter Helene Schwarzaug. At the feast, Friedolin and his cronies drink heavily to the black liquor of the charcoal burner Krauthaas. Friedolin and the townspeople Günther have a loud argument in front of everyone. When Günther is found murdered a short time later, suspicion immediately falls on Friedolin. To save his brother, Martin accuses himself of the crime. The two brothers are arrested. The real culprit soon turns himself in, but in the meantime Thomas Rufmann has disappeared without a trace.
Top Cast
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Thomas Rufmann, Förster
Kurt Heintel
Friedolin, ältester Sohn
Erich Auer
Martin, zweiter Sohn
Eva Probst
Helene
Heinrich Gretler
Köhler
Herta Staal
Bianca
Paul Hörbiger
Michel Schwarzaug
Annie Rosar
Die alte Sali
Oskar Sima
Bürgermeister Gerald
Franziska Kinz
Mutter von Helene
Thomas Hörbiger
Kruspel
Louis Soldan
Günther Elstorff
Paul Bös
Erik Frey
Heinz Lausch
A.L. Brauner
Arnulf Schröder
Alois Stadlmayr
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert A. Stemmle
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert A. Stemmle, Peter Rosegger
- Original Score
- Herbert Trantow
- Original Title
- Die Försterbuben
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- Maxim-Film GmbH
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert A. Stemmle
Robert A. Stemmle, Peter Rosegger
Herbert Trantow
Hans Schneeberger
Ira Oberberg, Klaus Eckstein
Department Leadership Roster
Robert A. Stemmle
Director
Robert A. Stemmle
Writer
Ira Oberberg
Editor
Klaus Eckstein
Editor
Herbert Trantow
Original Music Composer
Helmut Nentwig
Production Design
Hans Schneeberger
Director of Photography
Karl Weber
Production Design
Trude Ulrich
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Die Försterbuben
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What is Die Försterbuben about?
When seminarian Martin Rufmann arrives in St. Eustachen, idyllically located in the Carinthian mountains, the local choral society is celebrating a joyous festival. Martin is the youngest son of the widowed head forester Thomas Rufmann. Martin's older brother Friedolin has inherited his father's love of hunting and is one of the best hunters in the area. He is also engaged to the pretty innkeeper's daughter Helene Schwarzaug. At the feast, Friedolin and his cronies drink heavily to the black liquor of the charcoal burner Krauthaas. Friedolin and the townspeople Günther have a loud argument in front of everyone. When Günther is found murdered a short time later, suspicion immediately falls on Friedolin. To save his brother, Martin accuses himself of the crime. The two brothers are arrested. The real culprit soon turns himself in, but in the meantime Thomas Rufmann has disappeared without a trace.
Who directed Die Försterbuben?
Die Försterbuben was directed by Robert A. Stemmle.
Who stars in Die Försterbuben?
The principal cast of Die Försterbuben includes Hermann Erhardt, Kurt Heintel, Erich Auer, Eva Probst, Heinrich Gretler.
When was Die Försterbuben released and how long is it?
Die Försterbuben was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
Who composed the musical score for Die Försterbuben?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Die Försterbuben was composed by Herbert Trantow.
Is Die Försterbuben based on a book or true story?
Die Försterbuben is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Peter Rosegger".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Die Försterbuben?
Die Försterbuben holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).