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Release Year1931
Runtime1h 37m
LanguageNo Language
CertificationNR
GenresDrama
Votes1
DirectorHarry Piel
WritersHans Wilhelm, Robert Liebmann
TypeFeature Film
Rating10.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsMenschen im Feuer
About Menschen im Feuer
Harry Peltzer, who is passionate about his job as a firefighter, and his superior, fire chief Paul Körner, are the best of friends. This changes the day they both meet Nelly, a young, blonde cashier at a vending machine buffet, on whom both men immediately set their eyes. As Harry has a much better chance with Nelly, Paul's friendship with him soon turns into bitter antagonism, if not outright enmity.
Directed by Harry Piel, Menschen im Feuer leans on a strong ensemble — Harry Piel, Nico Turoff, Lotte Lorring — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1931.
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