The Bird Seller (1935)

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The film is an adaptation of the 1891 operetta Der Vogelhändler by composer Carl Zeller, with libretto by Moritz West and Ludwig Held, though it incorporates few of the original songs, using them mostly instrumentally or in the background. The plot follows Adam, a Tyrolean bird seller in 18th-century Rhineland, who hopes to marry his beloved Christl, a postmaster's daughter; to secure his future, she arranges for him to perform at court, but complications arise when she is mistakenly suspected of an affair with a philandering prince.

Director: E.W. Emo
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Runtime: 76 min
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Production: Majestic-Film GmbH
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Bird Seller about?
The film is an adaptation of the 1891 operetta Der Vogelhändler by composer Carl Zeller, with libretto by Moritz West and Ludwig Held, though it incorporates few of the original songs, using them mostly instrumentally or in the background. The plot follows Adam, a Tyrolean bird seller in 18th-century Rhineland, who hopes to marry his beloved Christl, a postmaster's daughter; to secure his future, she arranges for him to perform at court, but complications arise when she is mistakenly suspected of an affair with a philandering prince.
Who directed The Bird Seller?
The Bird Seller was directed by E.W. Emo.
Who stars in The Bird Seller?
The Bird Seller stars Maria Andergast, Wolf Albach-Retty, Lil Dagover, Hans Zesch-Ballot, Georg Alexander.
How long is The Bird Seller?
The Bird Seller has a runtime of 1h 16m (76 minutes).
What genre is The Bird Seller?
The Bird Seller is a Comedy, Romance film.
Where was The Bird Seller produced?
The Bird Seller was produced in Germany.