Salon Kitty

Salon Kitty

Year: 1976

Runtime: 130 mins

Language: Italian

Director: Tinto Brass

DramaWar

Depraved, decadent, damned—Kitty manages a brothel that caters to Nazi soldiers seeking a brief respite. An ambitious army officer has hidden recording devices in every room, intending to use the captured secrets to blackmail Hitler and seize power. When Margherita uncovers the plot, she teams with Kitty to risk everything and expose the dangerous conspiracy.

Warning: spoilers below!

Haven’t seen Salon Kitty yet? This summary contains major spoilers. Bookmark the page, watch the movie, and come back for the full breakdown. If you're ready, scroll on and relive the story!

Timeline & Setting – Salon Kitty (1976)

Explore the full timeline and setting of Salon Kitty (1976). Follow every major event in chronological order and see how the environment shapes the story, characters, and dramatic tension.

Time period

1939–1940

The action unfolds on the eve of World War II, in Nazi-ruled Europe. The fall of Paris in 1940 marks a key moment as the operation escalates and the regime tightens its grip. The atmosphere is tense, with war looming and the characters navigating fear, loyalty, and coercion.

Location

Salon Kitty, Berlin

Salon Kitty is a high-class brothel in Berlin that doubles as a covert intelligence operation for the Nazi regime. Run by Kitty Kellermann, it becomes a house of spies where listening devices and surveillance are integrated into the rooms. The operation transforms the brothel into a nerve center for gathering information on the Nazi hierarchy and visiting dignitaries.

🏛️ Nazi Berlin 🔍 Espionage 💄 Prostitution

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 17:59

Main Characters – Salon Kitty (1976)

Meet the key characters of Salon Kitty (1976), with detailed profiles, motivations, and roles in the plot. Understand their emotional journeys and what they reveal about the film’s deeper themes.

Kitty Kellermann (Ingrid Thulin)

Owner and Madam of Salon Kitty, she is compelled to oversee the transformation of the brothel into an intelligence hub. She trains the new informants and negotiates the risks of being exposed to surveillance content, while struggling with the Nazis' demands and her own moral compass.

🎭 Protagonist 🧠 Strategist

Wallenberg

An ambitious Nazi SS commandant who designs and directs the operation. He enforces control over the informants, pushes purge actions, and uses the surveillance network to build power within the regime. His ruthlessness culminates in his capture and execution when the truth surfaces.

🕵️‍♂️ Power 🔪 Ruthless

Margherita

Wallenberg's favourite informant who becomes romantically involved with a client. She takes initiative to obtain a recording device and uses it to expose Wallenberg, risking her safety and moral wellbeing. Her relationship and courage drive the turning point of the plot.

💔 Love 🗝️ Courage

Hans Reiter

A Luftwaffe pilot who frequents the brothel and grows disillusioned with the war. He confesses his plan to defect, a revelation that is captured on a recording and used against the Nazi leadership. His arc highlights the cracks within the regime and the potential for betrayal.

🎖️ Defection 🪖 War-weary

Dino

Kitty's Italian friend who supports the operation and helps procure a recording device. He contributes to the counter-surveillance effort and adds a critical practical element to the plan. His help underscores cross-cultural ties in wartime resistance.

🤝 Ally 🛠️ Helper

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 17:59

Major Themes – Salon Kitty (1976)

Explore the central themes of Salon Kitty (1976), from psychological, social, and emotional dimensions to philosophical messages. Understand what the film is really saying beneath the surface.

🔎 Surveillance

The plot centers on wiretaps, listening devices, and undercover monitoring of clients. The characters live under constant observation, and intimate spaces become sites of spying. The surveillance apparatus corrodes privacy and tests the characters' loyalties.

💼 Power & Exploitation

The brothel serves as a tool of the state, transforming intimate encounters into intelligence-gathering operations. Wallenberg wields power to replace regular workers with informants, using coercion and control to advance wartime goals. The operation reveals how people are used as instruments within a totalitarian system.

💔 Love & Betrayal

Margherita's bond with Hans Reiter complicates their roles as informants. Romantic attachment collides with political intrigue, leading to difficult choices under pressure. The personal relationships become entangled with duty, creating moral ambiguity.

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 17:59

Mobile App Preview

Coming soon on iOS and Android

The Plot Explained Mobile App

From blockbusters to hidden gems — dive into movie stories anytime, anywhere. Save your favorites, discover plots faster, and never miss a twist again.

Sign up to be the first to know when we launch. Your email stays private — always.

Unlock the Full Story of Salon Kitty

Don't stop at just watching — explore Salon Kitty in full detail. From the complete plot summary and scene-by-scene timeline to character breakdowns, thematic analysis, and a deep dive into the ending — every page helps you truly understand what Salon Kitty is all about. Plus, discover what's next after the movie.

Salon Kitty Summary

Read a complete plot summary of Salon Kitty, including all key story points, character arcs, and turning points. This in-depth recap is ideal for understanding the narrative structure or reviewing what happened in the movie.

Salon Kitty Summary

Salon Kitty Timeline

Track the full timeline of Salon Kitty with every major event arranged chronologically. Perfect for decoding non-linear storytelling, flashbacks, or parallel narratives with a clear scene-by-scene breakdown.

Salon Kitty Timeline

More About Salon Kitty

Visit What's After the Movie to explore more about Salon Kitty: box office results, cast and crew info, production details, post-credit scenes, and external links — all in one place for movie fans and researchers.

More About Salon Kitty

Similar Movies to Salon Kitty

Discover movies like Salon Kitty that share similar genres, themes, and storytelling elements. Whether you’re drawn to the atmosphere, character arcs, or plot structure, these curated recommendations will help you explore more films you’ll love.