The Black Hussar (1932)
In 1812, during the French period, large parts of Germany are occupied by the troops of Napoleon. Several paramilitary Freikorps units battle the French forces, among them the Black Brunswickers led by the 'Black Duke' Frederick William of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel. After the War of the Fifth Coalition, the Black Hussars are pursued by Napoleon throughout the country, but frequently take refuge with the noble-minded German people.
Cast
- Conrad Veidt - Captain Hansgeorg von Hochberg
- Mady Christians - Marie Luise
- Ursula Grabley - Brigitte
- Wolf Albach-Retty - Leutnant Aribert von Blome
- Otto Wallburg - Le Gouverneur Darmont
- Günther Hadank - Le Capitain Fachon
- Gregori Chmara - Fürst Potovski
- Franz Stein - The Spy at the Inn
- Bernhard Goetzke - Duke Friedrich Wilhelm von Braunschweig
- Fritz Greiner - Corporal of the Pursuit Party
Screenplay
Themes
Arranged Marriage and Struggle for Harmony, Unexpected Love in Arranged Marriage, The Soundtrack of Life and Memories, Musical Spectacle
Keywords
kidnapping, arranged marriage, castle, incognito, disguise, napoleonic wars, inn, military, horse chase, costume drama, song, french spy, french invaders, territorial governor, love vs duty
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Black Hussar about?
- In 1812, during the French period, large parts of Germany are occupied by the troops of Napoleon. Several paramilitary Freikorps units battle the French forces, among them the Black Brunswickers led by the 'Black Duke' Frederick William of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel. After the War of the Fifth Coalition, the Black Hussars are pursued by Napoleon throughout the country, but frequently take refuge with the noble-minded German people.
- Who directed The Black Hussar?
- The Black Hussar was directed by Gerhard Lamprecht.
- Who stars in The Black Hussar?
- The Black Hussar stars Conrad Veidt, Mady Christians, Ursula Grabley, Wolf Albach-Retty, Otto Wallburg, Günther Hadank.
- How long is The Black Hussar?
- The Black Hussar has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is The Black Hussar?
- The Black Hussar is a Drama, Romance, Adventure, History, Music film.
- Where was The Black Hussar produced?
- The Black Hussar was produced in Germany.
- What are the themes of The Black Hussar?
- The themes of The Black Hussar include: Arranged Marriage and Struggle for Harmony, Unexpected Love in Arranged Marriage, The Soundtrack of Life and Memories, Musical Spectacle.