Geschwader Fledermaus
Synopsis
An American transport squadron led by former General Lee supports the French colonial army in Vietnam in return for high pay. Originally their mission was only to help the wounded, but as the advance of the Vietnamese liberation army puts the French under increasing pressure, they also fly ammunition - in return for even more money and in defiance of international law. Chief pilot Bryk refuses to fly, secretary Flessy becomes the unscrupulous general's mistress after one lover after another fails to return from a mission, and the rest of the squadron is shot down during an ammunition flight. The French army shows up at the camp to arrest the interpreter Thao for espionage. Bryk rescues her and flees with her to the liberated part of Vietnam.
Top Cast
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Wolfgang Heinz
General Lee
Christine Laszar
Flessy
Dom de Beern
John Cainfield
Günther Simon
Tex Stankowsky
Wolf Martini
Oberst D'Allard
Kurd Pieritz
Mitch Bryk
Norbert Christian
Hans Walter Clasen
Werner Lierck
Otto Stark
Gerhard Frei
Horst Schön
Johannes Knittel
Leutnant Lambert
Thea Elster
Fritz Decho
Horst Kube
Hans Klering
Fred Ludwig
Release History & Theatrical Window
East Germany
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Erich Engel
- Screenplay & Story
- Hans Székely, Rolf Honold
- Original Score
- Hanns Eisler
- Original Title
- Geschwader Fledermaus
- Country of Origin
- East Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Erich Engel
Hans Székely, Rolf Honold
Hanns Eisler
Hildegard Tegener
Department Leadership Roster
Erich Engel
Director
Hans Székely
Writer
Rolf Honold
Writer
Hildegard Tegener
Editor
Karl Schneider
Production Design
Walter Schulze-Mittendorff
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Geschwader Fledermaus.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Geschwader Fledermaus
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Geschwader Fledermaus about?
An American transport squadron led by former General Lee supports the French colonial army in Vietnam in return for high pay. Originally their mission was only to help the wounded, but as the advance of the Vietnamese liberation army puts the French under increasing pressure, they also fly ammunition - in return for even more money and in defiance of international law. Chief pilot Bryk refuses to fly, secretary Flessy becomes the unscrupulous general's mistress after one lover after another fails to return from a mission, and the rest of the squadron is shot down during an ammunition flight. The French army shows up at the camp to arrest the interpreter Thao for espionage. Bryk rescues her and flees with her to the liberated part of Vietnam.
Who directed Geschwader Fledermaus?
Geschwader Fledermaus was directed by Erich Engel.
Who stars in Geschwader Fledermaus?
The principal cast of Geschwader Fledermaus includes Wolfgang Heinz, Christine Laszar, Dom de Beern, Günther Simon, Wolf Martini.
When was Geschwader Fledermaus released and how long is it?
Geschwader Fledermaus was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Geschwader Fledermaus?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Geschwader Fledermaus was composed by Hanns Eisler.