He Who Covets (1923)

He Who Covets (1923) poster

Tatjana is a tale of Russia, the Bolshevik uprising and revolution in a rural setting, entwined with a story of desire and deception. The first intertitle reads, “Fate tires now and then of painting pretty coloured pictures. In such a mood she takes the Blacks and Reds of Human Passion and paints a stark tragedy…” The scene opens on a manservant, drawing back the curtains and discovering his master slumped over at his desk. He is dead. The Chief of Police arrives to interrogate the household and discovers the dead man’s wife purposely sent all the servants out to the theatre the night before… what was the reason for her actions? A letter will explain all as the film delves into the characters’ past through flashback…

Director: Robert Dinesen
Runtime: 75 min
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Cinematography: Carl Drews
Production: UFA
Country: Germany
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Robert Dinesen

Frequently Asked Questions

What is He Who Covets about?
Tatjana is a tale of Russia, the Bolshevik uprising and revolution in a rural setting, entwined with a story of desire and deception. The first intertitle reads, “Fate tires now and then of painting pretty coloured pictures. In such a mood she takes the Blacks and Reds of Human Passion and paints a stark tragedy…” The scene opens on a manservant, drawing back the curtains and discovering his master slumped over at his desk. He is dead. The Chief of Police arrives to interrogate the household and discovers the dead man’s wife purposely sent all the servants out to the theatre the night before… what was the reason for her actions? A letter will explain all as the film delves into the characters’ past through flashback…
Who directed He Who Covets?
He Who Covets was directed by Robert Dinesen.
Who stars in He Who Covets?
He Who Covets stars Olga Tschechowa, Paul Hartmann, Robert Dinesen, Leopold von Ledebur, Maria Peterson.
How long is He Who Covets?
He Who Covets has a runtime of 1h 15m (75 minutes).
Where was He Who Covets produced?
He Who Covets was produced in Germany.