Witches

(Hexen)

GDR, 1954, 99 min, b&w
In German; no subtitles
Credits:
Director
Script
Dramaturg
Editor
Camera
Set Design
Costume Design
Music (Score)
Special Effects
Cast
Themes & Genres:

Synopsis

In 1949, superstition still thrives in the Thuringian village of Hunsdorf. Pigs keep disappearing from different farmyards and the village residents naturally blame the problem on witches.

 

Police Detective Kühlemann, on the other hand, is convinced that there is a logical explanation for the mystery. If only he could persuade the villagers to cooperate with his investigation...

Availability

Shibboleth login