Der Schimmelreiter

Year: 1984

Runtime: 95 mins

Language: German

Director: Klaus Gendries

Drama

Based on Theodor Storm’s tale, the story follows young Hauke Haien, who lives by the sea and introduces innovative dyke‑building techniques to protect the village. His modern methods clash with age‑old customs, including the traditional sacrifice of a living creature, provoking local hostility that ultimately leads to his tragic downfall.

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