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The Sorrows of Young Werther

619761h 45mEgon Günther

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The young and rebellious Werther is passionately, but hopelessly, in love with Lotte. Although he knows that she is married to somebody who can offer her a secure future, Werther tries to be near her. Lotte cannot decide between these two men. She eventually rejects Werther, who does not survive her decision.

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What is The Sorrows of Young Werther (1976) about?

The young and rebellious Werther is passionately, but hopelessly, in love with Lotte. Although he knows that she is married to somebody who can offer her a secure future, Werther tries to be near her. Lotte cannot decide between these two men. She eventually rejects Werther, who does not survive her decision.

Who stars in The Sorrows of Young Werther?

The Sorrows of Young Werther stars Hans-Jürgen Wolf (Werther), Katharina Thalbach (Lotte), Hilmar Baumann (Albert), Heinz-Dieter Knaup (Amtmann), Barbara Dittus (Frau Heilmann). The film was directed by Egon Günther.

How long is The Sorrows of Young Werther?

The Sorrows of Young Werther has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1976. It is rated 6.

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