The Cossack and the Nightingale (1936)
The story revolves around Vera, a renowned singer constantly evading her possessive Russian husband, Count Ogolenski, who uses cunning tactics to eliminate her potential suitors and refuses to grant her freedom. Seeking refuge and romance, she becomes involved with the wealthy Dschahid Bey, leading to a tense confrontation amid elements of espionage, with settings including Egypt and the Nile. The narrative blends absurd intrigue, thriller aspects, and romantic tension, reflecting Perutz's style of fantastical and mysterious tales.
Director: Phil Jutzi
Genre: Thriller, Romance
Runtime: 83 min
Release Date: June 1, 1936
Cast
- Jarmila Novotná - Vera Starschenska, Sängerin
- Iván Petrovich - Gregor Ogolenski
- Rudolf Klein-Rogge - Dschahid-Bey, Tabakgroßhändler
- Siegfried Schürenberg - Herr von Tremoliere
- Rudolf Carl - Andruschna, Diener bei Ogolenski
- Franz Schafheitlin - R12
- Gerda Maurus - Sonja Lubinskaja, called 'B27'
- Fritz Imhoff - Kienhäusl, Veras Impresario
- Alexa von Porembsky - Nina
Screenplay
- Leo Perutz (Novel)
- Georg C. Klaren
- Paul Frank (Novel)
Country: Austria
Original Language: de
Keywords
musical
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Cossack and the Nightingale about?
- The story revolves around Vera, a renowned singer constantly evading her possessive Russian husband, Count Ogolenski, who uses cunning tactics to eliminate her potential suitors and refuses to grant her freedom. Seeking refuge and romance, she becomes involved with the wealthy Dschahid Bey, leading to a tense confrontation amid elements of espionage, with settings including Egypt and the Nile. The narrative blends absurd intrigue, thriller aspects, and romantic tension, reflecting Perutz's style of fantastical and mysterious tales.
- Who directed The Cossack and the Nightingale?
- The Cossack and the Nightingale was directed by Phil Jutzi.
- Who stars in The Cossack and the Nightingale?
- The Cossack and the Nightingale stars Jarmila Novotná, Iván Petrovich, Rudolf Klein-Rogge, Siegfried Schürenberg, Rudolf Carl, Franz Schafheitlin.
- How long is The Cossack and the Nightingale?
- The Cossack and the Nightingale has a runtime of 1h 23m (83 minutes).
- What genre is The Cossack and the Nightingale?
- The Cossack and the Nightingale is a Thriller, Romance film.
- Where was The Cossack and the Nightingale produced?
- The Cossack and the Nightingale was produced in Austria.