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5.8 / 10(26 votes)IMDbNR19581h 41mGermany

Rosemary

Das Mädchen Rosemarie

“It is the true story of a certain "young lady" known simply as Rosemary to her many admirers.”

Synopsis

West Germany in '50s is becoming an economic superpower. In such climate, Rosemarie is just one of many enterpreneurs who wants her piece of new fortune. She uses her charms to bring members of West German industrial elite to her bed. There she finds business secrets and later sells them to French competition. However, when scandal errupts, Rosemarie would find that she can't beat the system.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 18, 1960

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Rolf Thiele
Screenplay & Story
Jo Herbst, Erich Kuby, Rolf Thiele, Rolf Ulrich
Original Score
Norbert Schultze
Original Title
Das Mädchen Rosemarie
Country of Origin
Germany
Spoken Languages
French, English, German
Runtime
1h 41m
Production Studios
Roxy Film

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Rolf Thiele

Screenplay & Story

Jo Herbst, Erich Kuby, Rolf Thiele, Rolf Ulrich

Original Score & Music

Norbert Schultze

Director of Photography

Rolf von Rautenfeld

Film Editing

Elisabeth Kleinert-Neumann

Producers

Luggi Waldleitner

Department Leadership Roster

Rolf Thiele

Director

Jo Herbst

Jo Herbst

Screenplay

Erich Kuby

Screenplay

Rolf Thiele

Screenplay

Rolf Ulrich

Screenplay

Luggi Waldleitner

Luggi Waldleitner

Producer

Rolf von Rautenfeld

Director of Photography

Elisabeth Kleinert-Neumann

Editor

Ursula Stutz

Costume Design

Norbert Schultze

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Rosemary.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rosemary

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Rosemary about?

West Germany in '50s is becoming an economic superpower. In such climate, Rosemarie is just one of many enterpreneurs who wants her piece of new fortune. She uses her charms to bring members of West German industrial elite to her bed. There she finds business secrets and later sells them to French competition. However, when scandal errupts, Rosemarie would find that she can't beat the system.

Who directed Rosemary?

Rosemary was directed by Rolf Thiele.

Who stars in Rosemary?

The principal cast of Rosemary includes Nadja Tiller, Peter van Eyck, Carl Raddatz, Gert Fröbe, Hanne Wieder.

When was Rosemary released and how long is it?

Rosemary was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.

Who composed the musical score for Rosemary?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Rosemary was composed by Norbert Schultze.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Rosemary?

Rosemary holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).