The Transformation of Dr. Bessel (1927)
Alexander Bessel is a young man in a failing marriage. His wife cheats on him, and so the outbreak of WW1 comes in handy for a change. When young French soldier dies right in front of him Bessel seize the opportunity assuming his identity.
Director: Richard Oswald
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 70 min
Release Date: December 8, 1927
Cast
- Jakob Tiedtke - Fabrikant Julius Bessel
- Sophie Pagay - Frau Bessel
- Hans Stüwe - Alexander
- Gertrud Eysoldt - Frau Pelagie Trouille
- Kurt Gerron - Georgakopoulos
- Angelo Ferrari - Pedro de Ferrante
- Rosa Valetti
- Sig Arno - Chevallier
- Hermann Picha - Buchhändler
- Otto Wallburg - Sergeant
Screenplay
Cinematography: Axel Graatkjær
Production: Richard Oswald Produktion
Country: Germany
Language: No Language
Original Language: de
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Transformation of Dr. Bessel about?
- Alexander Bessel is a young man in a failing marriage. His wife cheats on him, and so the outbreak of WW1 comes in handy for a change. When young French soldier dies right in front of him Bessel seize the opportunity assuming his identity.
- Who directed The Transformation of Dr. Bessel?
- The Transformation of Dr. Bessel was directed by Richard Oswald.
- Who stars in The Transformation of Dr. Bessel?
- The Transformation of Dr. Bessel stars Jakob Tiedtke, Sophie Pagay, Hans Stüwe, Gertrud Eysoldt, Kurt Gerron, Angelo Ferrari.
- How long is The Transformation of Dr. Bessel?
- The Transformation of Dr. Bessel has a runtime of 1h 10m (70 minutes).
- What genre is The Transformation of Dr. Bessel?
- The Transformation of Dr. Bessel is a Drama film.
- Where was The Transformation of Dr. Bessel produced?
- The Transformation of Dr. Bessel was produced in Germany.