Das Fräulein von Barnhelm

The Young Lady of Barnhelm

During the Seven Years' War, Prussian Major von Tellheim sacrifices his own fortune to save a Saxon estate from being plundered. After the war ends he is discharged and left penniless when the government suspects his noble deed was actually due to a bribe. Believing his lost honour makes him unworthy Tellheim breaks his engagement to Minna von Barnhelm, but she tracks him down to a Berlin tavern to win him back. To test his love Minna pretends she has also lost her wealth, prompting Tellheim’s protective instincts to finally override his stubborn pride. The film concludes with a royal decree from Frederick the Great, restoring Tellheim's rank and fortune and allowing the couple to marry.

Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
86 mins
Status
Finished
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Details

Type
Movie
Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
86 mins
Status
Finished
Start Date
Oct 22, 1940
Season
1940
Average Score
58%
Mean Score
58%
Ratings
4
Popularity
4
Favorites
0
Reviews
0
Producers
Bavaria Film
Genres
Comedy
Country
DE
English
The Young Lady of Barnhelm

Description

During the Seven Years' War, Prussian Major von Tellheim sacrifices his own fortune to save a Saxon estate from being plundered. After the war ends he is discharged and left penniless when the government suspects his noble deed was actually due to a bribe. Believing his lost honour makes him unworthy Tellheim breaks his engagement to Minna von Barnhelm, but she tracks him down to a Berlin tavern to win him back. To test his love Minna pretends she has also lost her wealth, prompting Tellheim’s protective instincts to finally override his stubborn pride. The film concludes with a royal decree from Frederick the Great, restoring Tellheim's rank and fortune and allowing the couple to marry.

Immersion

Japanese

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Staff

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