Rot ist die Liebe (1957)

Rot ist die Liebe (1957) poster

Poet Hermann Lons is turning 40. On his birthday, his childhood love, Rosemarie, unexpectedly to visit her cousin (who just happens to be Hermann's wife). Rosemarie and Hermann walk through the Luneburger Heide every day and it isn't long before their old love flares up again. Hermann is rather annoyed about that and asks the woman to leave. His decision, however, brings him no joy. Luckily, he's able to deal with his grief by writing poetry, which brings him some success. But now his life is one big, melancholy drama, punctuated by too much alcohol. When Hermann eventually learns that Rosemarie has gotten engaged to Hermann's hunting buddy, Prince Niko, he realizes he wants to ask his wife for a divorce and chase after his former lover. Luckily(?), Rosemarie puts the brakes on the whole thing saying it's too late for them.

Director: Karl Hartl
Genre: Romance, Drama
Runtime: 85 min
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Production: Bavaria Film
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Karl Hartl
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rot ist die Liebe about?
Poet Hermann Lons is turning 40. On his birthday, his childhood love, Rosemarie, unexpectedly to visit her cousin (who just happens to be Hermann's wife). Rosemarie and Hermann walk through the Luneburger Heide every day and it isn't long before their old love flares up again. Hermann is rather annoyed about that and asks the woman to leave. His decision, however, brings him no joy. Luckily, he's able to deal with his grief by writing poetry, which brings him some success. But now his life is one big, melancholy drama, punctuated by too much alcohol. When Hermann eventually learns that Rosemarie has gotten engaged to Hermann's hunting buddy, Prince Niko, he realizes he wants to ask his wife for a divorce and chase after his former lover. Luckily(?), Rosemarie puts the brakes on the whole thing saying it's too late for them.
Who directed Rot ist die Liebe?
Rot ist die Liebe was directed by Karl Hartl.
Who stars in Rot ist die Liebe?
Rot ist die Liebe stars Dieter Borsche, Cornell Borchers, Barbara Rütting, Susanne Cramer, Günther Lüders, Renate Mannhardt.
How long is Rot ist die Liebe?
Rot ist die Liebe has a runtime of 1h 25m (85 minutes).
What genre is Rot ist die Liebe?
Rot ist die Liebe is a Romance, Drama film.
Where was Rot ist die Liebe produced?
Rot ist die Liebe was produced in Germany.