Gefährliche Fracht
Synopsis
During the unloading of the freighter "Florida", West German dock workers discover napalm bombs instead of the specified precision machines - and a deceptive maneuver by the American occupying forces: the workers had already refused to unload the ship in France, where it was named "Chicago". It was refloated on the voyage to Germany. The German dockers also went on strike. Among them was Hein Jensen, who found it particularly difficult to take part. He had just found work again with difficulty. He needs the money because he wants to get married. His bride Helga has just given birth. When the Americans try to blackmail him into changing his colleagues' minds, he knows where his place is. The strike turns into a huge peace demonstration.
Top Cast
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Willy A. Kleinau
Wilhelm Koch-Hooge
Erika Dunkelmann
Bertha Köhlermann
Horst Drinda
Ahlsen
Hannjo Hasse
Sekretär
Harald Mannl
Kettler
Alfred Maack
Martens
Susanne Düllmann
Wilhelm Otto Eckhardt
Eduard von Winterstein
Kurt Oligmüller
Theo Shall
Werner Segtrop
Colonel Lawrence
Horst Kube
Kurt Jung-Alsen
Hans Fiebrandt
Peter A. Stiege
Maximilian Larsen
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gustav von Wangenheim
- Screenplay & Story
- Karl Georg Egel, Kurt Bortfeldt
- Original Score
- Ernst Hermann Meyer
- Original Title
- Gefährliche Fracht
- Country of Origin
- East Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gustav von Wangenheim
Karl Georg Egel, Kurt Bortfeldt
Ernst Hermann Meyer
Karl Puth
Johanna Rosinski
Department Leadership Roster
Gustav von Wangenheim
Director
Karl Georg Egel
Writer
Kurt Bortfeldt
Writer
Johanna Rosinski
Editor
Karl Puth
Director of Photography
Ernst Hermann Meyer
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Gefährliche Fracht.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gefährliche Fracht
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Gefährliche Fracht about?
During the unloading of the freighter "Florida", West German dock workers discover napalm bombs instead of the specified precision machines - and a deceptive maneuver by the American occupying forces: the workers had already refused to unload the ship in France, where it was named "Chicago". It was refloated on the voyage to Germany. The German dockers also went on strike. Among them was Hein Jensen, who found it particularly difficult to take part. He had just found work again with difficulty. He needs the money because he wants to get married. His bride Helga has just given birth. When the Americans try to blackmail him into changing his colleagues' minds, he knows where his place is. The strike turns into a huge peace demonstration.
Who directed Gefährliche Fracht?
Gefährliche Fracht was directed by Gustav von Wangenheim.
Who stars in Gefährliche Fracht?
The principal cast of Gefährliche Fracht includes Willy A. Kleinau, Wilhelm Koch-Hooge, Erika Dunkelmann, Horst Drinda, Hannjo Hasse.
When was Gefährliche Fracht released and how long is it?
Gefährliche Fracht was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Gefährliche Fracht?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Gefährliche Fracht was composed by Ernst Hermann Meyer.