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The Berliner (German: Berliner Ballade; also known as The Ballad of Berlin) is a 1948 German comedy film adapted by Günter Neumann from his cabaret, directed by Robert A. Stemmle, and starring Gert Fröbe in his first leading role. It offers a satirical portrayal of life in Berlin in the aftermath of World War II.
Summaries. After he has luckily survived the war, Otto tries to build up his new life in the remains of Berlin. Told in the style of the German cabaret theatre, where both Gunther Neumann and Gert Frobe were important members, this is a balladeer's version of a serious plot with musical interludes.
1948, Comedy/Musical, 1h 29m. -- Tomatometer. -- Audience Score. Want to see. Movie Info. Otto survives the war and tries to rebuild his life in the remains of Berlin. Genre: Comedy, Musical,...
- Comedy, Musical, War
- Gert Fröbe
- Robert A. Stemmle
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Synopsis. Told in the style of the German cabaret theatre, where both Gunther Neumann and Gert Frobe were important members, this is a balladeer's version of a serious plot with musical interludes. The year is 2050 and the audience is asked to look at a telecast of 'The Ancients", from a century ago. Flashback to Germany, 1948, where Otto ...
3 Reviews. Hide Spoilers. Sort by: Filter by Rating: 6/10. A satiric look at life in postwar Berlin. psteier 23 July 2000. Life among the ruins of Berlin, centered around Mister Averageman. Topics include the black market, ration coupons and the difficulty of getting work. Often feels like cabaret sketches opened up by location shooting.