The Novel of Werther (1938)
Herr Werther, a new magistrate to the Grand Duchy of Walheim who is a violinist and poet, seems to have fate on his side as he meets and pursues a beautiful local woman, Charlotte. But as Werther sets to propose marriage, Charlotte reluctantly tells him she has been promised to another, Werther's superior, Judge Hochstätten. Werther and Charlotte decide to keep their romance from the judge and each descends into depression. Will they be able to keep their feelings a secret?
Director: Max Ophüls
Genre: Drama, Romance
Runtime: 85 min
Release Date: December 14, 1938
Cast
- Pierre Richard-Willm - Werther
- Annie Vernay - Charlotte
- Jean Galland - Albert Hochstätter
- Jean Périer - President
- Henri Guisol - Scherz
- Roger Legris - Franz
- Georges Vitray - Le bailli
- Jean Buquet - Le petit Gustave
- Philippe Richard - Le grand-duc
- Geno-Ferny - Le portraitiste
Screenplay
- Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (Novel)
- Hans Wilhelm (Adaptation)
- Max Ophüls (Adaptation)
Music: Paul Dessau
Production: Nero Films
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
Themes
Suicidal Thoughts and Despair
Keywords
suicide, based on novel or book, black and white, broken heart
More Films by Director: Max Ophüls
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Novel of Werther about?
- Herr Werther, a new magistrate to the Grand Duchy of Walheim who is a violinist and poet, seems to have fate on his side as he meets and pursues a beautiful local woman, Charlotte. But as Werther sets to propose marriage, Charlotte reluctantly tells him she has been promised to another, Werther's superior, Judge Hochstätten. Werther and Charlotte decide to keep their romance from the judge and each descends into depression. Will they be able to keep their feelings a secret?
- Who directed The Novel of Werther?
- The Novel of Werther was directed by Max Ophüls.
- Who stars in The Novel of Werther?
- The Novel of Werther stars Pierre Richard-Willm, Annie Vernay, Jean Galland, Jean Périer, Henri Guisol, Roger Legris.
- How long is The Novel of Werther?
- The Novel of Werther has a runtime of 1h 25m (85 minutes).
- What genre is The Novel of Werther?
- The Novel of Werther is a Drama, Romance film.
- Where was The Novel of Werther produced?
- The Novel of Werther was produced in France.
- What are the themes of The Novel of Werther?
- The themes of The Novel of Werther include: Suicidal Thoughts and Despair.