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Cast
Horst Schulze
as Ernst Schneller
Renate Blume
as Hilde Schneller
Martin Trettau
as Robert Hähnel
Gerd Blahuschek
as Paul Günther
Lutz Riemann
as Otto Seidler
Peter Marx
as Max Strötzel
Hannes Fischer
as Karl Seifert
Helmut Schellhardt
as Bruno Hüfler
Sergey Bondarchuk
as General Alexander Simionov Sotow
Hannjo Hasse
as Oberst von Kummer
Movie Info & Details
Release Year1977
Runtime1 Season
LanguageGerman
CertificationNR
GenresDrama, War & Politics
Votes1
Director—
WritersRudi Kurz
TypeWeb Series
Rating8.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsErnst Schneller
About Ernst Schneller
The movie begins by showing how Schneller takes up the profession of a teacher out of love for the children. When the First World War begins, he becomes a 'volunteer officer' and slowly the political situation begins to shape him. He develops into a revolutionary fighter.
Directed by —, Ernst Schneller leans on a strong ensemble — Horst Schulze, Renate Blume, Martin Trettau — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The series landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1977.
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