Cast
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Hans Stüwe
as Freiherr von der Trenck
Dorothea Wieck
as Amalie, Prinzessin von Preußen
Olga Tschechowa
as Elisabeth, Zarin von Rußland
Theodor Loos
as Friedrich II, König von Preußen
Paul Hörbiger
as Löwenwalde, Präsident des österr. Gerichtshofes
Eduard von Winterstein
as Freiherr von der Goltz
Anton Pointner
as Trenck, der Pandur
Gretl Schubert
as Ulrike, Prinzessin von Preußen
Fritz Vogtherr
as Leutnant von Rochow
Alfred Gerasch
as General Seydlitz
Charles Willy Kayser
as Oberst
Paul Biensfeldt
as Fredersdorff
Kurt Fuß
as Major Doo
Walter Steinbeck
as König Friedrich Wilhelm II.
Bruno Ziener
as Alvensleben, Minister
Crew
Director
- Ernst Neubach
- Heinz Paul
Writer
- Heinz Paul
- Ernst Neubach
Producer
- Herbert Silbermann
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Trenck - Der Roman einer großen Liebe examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Ernst Neubach brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1932, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Trenck - Der Roman einer großen Liebe took approximately 11 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 110 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 165 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 187 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 1932, when this film was released:
- Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
- The civil rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 27, 1932
- Runtime: 1h 50m