Effi Briest
Synopsis
Following her parents' wishes, spirited seventeen-year-old Effi Briest marries Baron von Innstetten – a former admirer of her mother – who is twenty years Effi's senior. This marriage of prudence heralds the beginning of a humdrum life, far from home, for Effi. Innstetten devotes himself entirely to his political career, and the sleepy small town of Kessin has very little to offer in terms of variety. But then, one day, Innstetten's old regimental comrade, Major Crampas – a charming womanizer – arrives on the scene.
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Julia Jentsch
Effi Briest
Sebastian Koch
Geert von Instetten
Juliane Köhler
Luise von Briest
Mišel Matičević
Major von Crampas
Barbara Auer
Johanna
Margarita Broich
Roswitha
Rüdiger Vogler
Herr Grieshübler
Thomas Thieme
Herr von Briest
André Hennicke
Wüllersdorf
Heike Warmuth
Hula
Mirko Lang
Dagobert von Briest
Carina Wiese
Frau von Crampas
Sunnyi Melles
Sidonie von Rasenapp
Arndt Schwering-Sohnrey
Paukas
Ludwig Blochberger
Nienkerken
Sölk Schulze
Pastor Niemeyer
Petra-Maria Cammin
Frau Niemeyer
Thilo Wedell
Diener Wilke
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hermine Huntgeburth
- Screenplay & Story
- Theodor Fontane, Volker Einrauch
- Original Score
- Johan Söderqvist
- Original Title
- Effi Briest
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Production Studios
- Constantin Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hermine Huntgeburth
Theodor Fontane, Volker Einrauch
Johan Söderqvist
Eva Schnare
Günter Rohrbach, Martin Moszkowicz
Department Leadership Roster
Hermine Huntgeburth
Director
Volker Einrauch
Writer
Eva Schnare
Editor
Günter Rohrbach
Producer
Lucie Bates
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Effi Briest
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What is Effi Briest about?
Following her parents' wishes, spirited seventeen-year-old Effi Briest marries Baron von Innstetten – a former admirer of her mother – who is twenty years Effi's senior. This marriage of prudence heralds the beginning of a humdrum life, far from home, for Effi. Innstetten devotes himself entirely to his political career, and the sleepy small town of Kessin has very little to offer in terms of variety. But then, one day, Innstetten's old regimental comrade, Major Crampas – a charming womanizer – arrives on the scene.
Who directed Effi Briest?
Effi Briest was directed by Hermine Huntgeburth.
Who stars in Effi Briest?
The principal cast of Effi Briest includes Julia Jentsch, Sebastian Koch, Juliane Köhler, Mišel Matičević, Barbara Auer.
When was Effi Briest released and how long is it?
Effi Briest was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 58m.
Who composed the musical score for Effi Briest?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Effi Briest was composed by Johan Söderqvist.
Is Effi Briest based on a book or true story?
Effi Briest is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Theodor Fontane".