Lachende Erben (1932/1933) - Filmanfang

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The video shows the first five minutes of the film. Film synopsis: If he wants to inherit the fortune of deceased champagne manufacturer Bockelmann, advertising expert Peter Frank has to stay sober. Bockelmann’s disgruntled relatives try to set Peter up with Gina, the daughter of business rival Stumm. Wanting to convince Gina of his true intentions, Peter starts to drink again. Despite all this, Peter finally keeps his inheritance thanks to a hidden clause in Bockelmann’s will. Films from the National-Socialist period must be considered in the context of state-influenced production and reception. Further informations »

Object Details

• Source: Friedrich-Wilhelm-Murnau-Stiftung
• Duration: 07:30 min
• Language: Deutsch

References and Relationships

• Werkbezug: Lachende Erben [Spielfilm], Regie: Max Ophüls. Deutschland, 1932/1933.

Contributors, Places and Time

• Event: Geistige Schöpfung
• (who): Max Ophüls
• Event: Herstellung
• (who): Universum-Film AG (UFA) (Berlin) (Herstellungsgruppe Bruno Duday)
• (when): 1932-1933

Further information

• Delivered via: filmportal.de
• Rights: Friedrich-Wilhelm-Murnau-Stiftung
• Last update: 19.03.2025, 10:10 AM CET