The Sinister Wish (1939)
After losing almost all of his money, a young marquis discovers that among his few remaining possessions is a magical piece of leather which is capable of fulfilling any wish. However, every use of it will make it less effective and furthermore will shorten the life of its user. Nevertheless, the marquis uses the magical object ruthlessly in order to regain his wealth and especially to get the love of Feodora, an actress. But all his efforts only seem to lead to doom…
Director: Heinz Hilpert
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 99 min
Release Date: October 5, 1939
Cast
- Olga Tschechowa - Feodora, Schauspielerin
- Käthe Gold - Pauline, Silhouettenschneiderin
- Elisabeth Flickenschildt - Blanchette, Besitzerin einer Schenke
- Hans Holt - Marquis Rafaél de Valentin
- Ewald Balser - Pertignac, Kunsthändler, Rafaéls Freun
- Paul Dahlke - Canais, Feodoras Lakai und Geliebter
- Axel von Ambesser - Jouet, Luftschiffer
- Franz Pfaudler - Navarreins
- Aribert Wäscher - Vignon
- S.O. Schoening - Auktionator
Production: Tobis Filmkunst
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Heinz Hilpert
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Sinister Wish about?
- After losing almost all of his money, a young marquis discovers that among his few remaining possessions is a magical piece of leather which is capable of fulfilling any wish. However, every use of it will make it less effective and furthermore will shorten the life of its user. Nevertheless, the marquis uses the magical object ruthlessly in order to regain his wealth and especially to get the love of Feodora, an actress. But all his efforts only seem to lead to doom…
- Who directed The Sinister Wish?
- The Sinister Wish was directed by Heinz Hilpert.
- Who stars in The Sinister Wish?
- The Sinister Wish stars Olga Tschechowa, Käthe Gold, Elisabeth Flickenschildt, Hans Holt, Ewald Balser, Paul Dahlke.
- How long is The Sinister Wish?
- The Sinister Wish has a runtime of 1h 39m (99 minutes).
- What genre is The Sinister Wish?
- The Sinister Wish is a Drama film.
- Where was The Sinister Wish produced?
- The Sinister Wish was produced in Germany.