The Legend of Paul and Paula
Die Legende von Paul und Paula
“The controversial comedy from behind the iron curtain.”
Synopsis
Paul and Paula have had bad experiences with love: Paul is financially well off but has lost all affection for his wife, and Paula leads a troublesome life raising two children on her own. They meet and discover a strong passion for each other. Life seems like a dream when they're together - but their short flights from the burdens of reality are once and again interrupted by Paul's ties to family and career.
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The Legend of Paul and Paula (1973) Original Trailer [FHD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-01-10
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Angelica Domröse
Paula
Winfried Glatzeder
Paul
Heidemarie Wenzel
Die Schöne
Fred Delmare
Reifen-Saft
Rolf Ludwig
Professor
Käthe Reichel
Frau des Schießbudenbesitzers
Hans Hardt-Hardtloff
Schießbudenbesitzer
Frank-Otto Schenk
Schmidt
Dietmar Richter-Reinick
Kumpel
Eva-Maria Hagen
Freundin vom blonden Martin
Jürgen Frohriep
Der blonde Martin
Robert Glatzeder
Michael - Pauls Sohn
Marga Legal
Alte Dame
Willi Schrade
Liebhaber der Schönen
Hertha Thiele
Frau Knuth
Peter Gotthardt
Kollege
Frank Michelis
Rentner
Christian Steyer
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 8, 2005
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Heiner Carow
- Screenplay & Story
- Ulrich Plenzdorf, Heiner Carow
- Original Score
- Peter Gotthardt
- Original Title
- Die Legende von Paul und Paula
- Country of Origin
- East Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme, Künstlerische Arbeitsgruppe ''Berlin''
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Heiner Carow
Ulrich Plenzdorf, Heiner Carow, Anne Pfeuffer
Peter Gotthardt
Jürgen Brauer
Evelyn Carow
Department Leadership Roster
Heiner Carow
Director
Ulrich Plenzdorf
Screenplay
Jürgen Brauer
Director of Photography
Barbara Braumann
Costume Design
Evelyn Carow
Editor
Peter Gotthardt
Original Music Composer
Heiner Carow
Screenplay
Harry Leupold
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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What is The Legend of Paul and Paula about?
Paul and Paula have had bad experiences with love: Paul is financially well off but has lost all affection for his wife, and Paula leads a troublesome life raising two children on her own. They meet and discover a strong passion for each other. Life seems like a dream when they're together - but their short flights from the burdens of reality are once and again interrupted by Paul's ties to family and career.
Who directed The Legend of Paul and Paula?
The Legend of Paul and Paula was directed by Heiner Carow.
Who stars in The Legend of Paul and Paula?
The principal cast of The Legend of Paul and Paula includes Angelica Domröse, Winfried Glatzeder, Heidemarie Wenzel, Fred Delmare, Rolf Ludwig.
When was The Legend of Paul and Paula released and how long is it?
The Legend of Paul and Paula was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for The Legend of Paul and Paula?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Legend of Paul and Paula was composed by Peter Gotthardt.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Legend of Paul and Paula?
The Legend of Paul and Paula holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).