The Hangman (1928)

Prosecutor Leander is known for his heavy-handed and unyielding pleadings, demanding draconian punishments, often even the death penalty, for every accused offender. One day, he will experience first-hand how complex some legal assessments can be. Love and passion, hatred and jealousy can drive even the most righteous people to actions they would never normally commit. Therefore, not everyone who commits a crime is necessarily a criminal.

Director: Adolf Trotz, Theodor Sparkuhl
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 94 min
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Music: Bernard Homola
Cinematography: Theodor Sparkuhl, Johannes Männling
Production: Hisa-Film-Vertrieb GmbH
Country: Germany
Original Language: de
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Hangman about?
Prosecutor Leander is known for his heavy-handed and unyielding pleadings, demanding draconian punishments, often even the death penalty, for every accused offender. One day, he will experience first-hand how complex some legal assessments can be. Love and passion, hatred and jealousy can drive even the most righteous people to actions they would never normally commit. Therefore, not everyone who commits a crime is necessarily a criminal.
Who directed The Hangman?
The Hangman was directed by Adolf Trotz, Theodor Sparkuhl.
Who stars in The Hangman?
The Hangman stars Andrée Lafayette, Bernhard Goetzke, Fritz Kampers, Max Landa, Georg John, Anna von Palen.
How long is The Hangman?
The Hangman has a runtime of 1h 34m (94 minutes).
What genre is The Hangman?
The Hangman is a Drama film.
Where was The Hangman produced?
The Hangman was produced in Germany.