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Der Schimmelreiter (1984) Plot Summary Explained
- Release, runtime and language
- 1984 · 95 mins · German
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- Directed by
- Klaus Gendries
- Starring
- Jerzy Trela, Sylvester Groth, Hansjürgen Hürrig, Stefan Szmidt, Lech Ordon, Zbigniew Buczkowski
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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