Wie einst im Mai (1961)

1838: Fritz Jüterbog and Ottilie von Henkeshofen love each other, but the difference in status is too great for Ottilie's parents to give their consent to a marriage. And so, Fritz sets off for America and returns from there 20 years later as a made man to ask for Ottilie's hand in marriage again. In the meantime, however, Ottilie - believing that Fritz had long since forgotten her - is married in a manner befitting her status, but very unhappily. Fritz, who is highly successful as an entrepreneur, is elevated to hereditary nobility because of his great services to the fatherland. It is too late for a union with Ottilie, but despite the years that pass, the two cannot forget their love. 75 years later, Fritz and Ottilie have died in the meantime, their grandchildren Fred and Tilla meet and fall in love.

Director: Thomas Engel
Genre: Music, Romance
Runtime: 84 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Walter Kollo, Willy Bredschneider, Willi Kollo
Cinematography: Bruno Mondi
Editing: Margot Jahn
Production: Sender Freies Berlin
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wie einst im Mai about?
1838: Fritz Jüterbog and Ottilie von Henkeshofen love each other, but the difference in status is too great for Ottilie's parents to give their consent to a marriage. And so, Fritz sets off for America and returns from there 20 years later as a made man to ask for Ottilie's hand in marriage again. In the meantime, however, Ottilie - believing that Fritz had long since forgotten her - is married in a manner befitting her status, but very unhappily. Fritz, who is highly successful as an entrepreneur, is elevated to hereditary nobility because of his great services to the fatherland. It is too late for a union with Ottilie, but despite the years that pass, the two cannot forget their love. 75 years later, Fritz and Ottilie have died in the meantime, their grandchildren Fred and Tilla meet and fall in love.
Who directed Wie einst im Mai?
Wie einst im Mai was directed by Thomas Engel.
Who stars in Wie einst im Mai?
Wie einst im Mai stars Peer Schmidt, Liane Croon, Helmut Weiss, Gunnar Möller, Brigitte Mira, Ulla Moritz.
How long is Wie einst im Mai?
Wie einst im Mai has a runtime of 1h 24m (84 minutes).
What genre is Wie einst im Mai?
Wie einst im Mai is a Music, Romance film.
Where was Wie einst im Mai produced?
Wie einst im Mai was produced in Germany.