A Daughter Of Destiny (1928)
Hanns Heinz Ewers' grim science-fiction novel Alraune has already been filmed twice when this version was assembled in 1928. In another of his "mad doctor" roles, Paul Wegener plays Professor Brinken, sociopathic scientist who combines the genes of an executed murderer with those of a prostitute. The result is a beautiful young woman named Alraune (Brigitte Helm), who is incapable of feeling any real emotions -- least of all guilt or regret. Upon attaining adulthood, Alraune sets about to seduce and destroy every male who crosses her path. Ultimately, Professor Brinken is hoist on his own petard when he falls hopelessly in love with Alraune himself. Alraune was remade in 1930, with Brigitte Helm repeating her role, and again in 1951, with Hildegarde Knef as the "heroine" and Erich von Stroheim as her misguided mentor.
Cast
- Brigitte Helm - Alraune ten Brinken
- Paul Wegener - Professor ten Brinken
- Iván Petrovich - Franz Braun
- Mia Pankau - Prostitute
- Valeska Gert - Girl in Alley
- Wolfgang Zilzer - Wölfchen
- Louis Ralph - Magician
- Hans Trautner - Trainer
- John Loder - Viscount
- Heinrich Schroth - Man in Bar
Screenplay
- Henrik Galeen (Screenplay)
- Hanns Heinz Ewers (Novel)
Themes
Supernatural Beings and Magical Creatures, Wizards and Sorcery, Creature and Monster Horror, Creature and Monster Horror, Occult and Witchcraft
Keywords
witch, prostitute, monster, silent film, psychotronic, expressionism, german expressionism
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Daughter Of Destiny about?
- Hanns Heinz Ewers' grim science-fiction novel Alraune has already been filmed twice when this version was assembled in 1928. In another of his "mad doctor" roles, Paul Wegener plays Professor Brinken, sociopathic scientist who combines the genes of an executed murderer with those of a prostitute. The result is a beautiful young woman named Alraune (Brigitte Helm), who is incapable of feeling any real emotions -- least of all guilt or regret. Upon attaining adulthood, Alraune sets about to seduce and destroy every male who crosses her path. Ultimately, Professor Brinken is hoist on his own petard when he falls hopelessly in love with Alraune himself. Alraune was remade in 1930, with Brigitte Helm repeating her role, and again in 1951, with Hildegarde Knef as the "heroine" and Erich von Stroheim as her misguided mentor.
- Who directed A Daughter Of Destiny?
- A Daughter Of Destiny was directed by Henrik Galeen.
- Who stars in A Daughter Of Destiny?
- A Daughter Of Destiny stars Brigitte Helm, Paul Wegener, Iván Petrovich, Mia Pankau, Valeska Gert, Wolfgang Zilzer.
- How long is A Daughter Of Destiny?
- A Daughter Of Destiny has a runtime of 2h 11m (131 minutes).
- What genre is A Daughter Of Destiny?
- A Daughter Of Destiny is a Drama, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Horror film.
- Where was A Daughter Of Destiny produced?
- A Daughter Of Destiny was produced in Germany.
- What are the themes of A Daughter Of Destiny?
- The themes of A Daughter Of Destiny include: Supernatural Beings and Magical Creatures, Wizards and Sorcery, Creature and Monster Horror, Creature and Monster Horror, Occult and Witchcraft.