Ernst Thälmann – Leader of the Working Class
Watch TrailerThis film is the second of a two-part historical and biographical portrait of the communist politician and anti-fascist Ernst Thälmann. Autumn, 1918: Somewhere on Germany’s western front, Ernst Thälmann, age twenty-four, is calling on his fellow soldiers to put down their guns and join him in the communist struggle at home. When Hamburg’s Police Commissioner blocks a much-needed food shipment to the workers of Petrograd, Ernst battles to see it allowed through. Until his murder on August 18, 1944, Ernst remained true to his political convictions in the face of many setbacks.
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| Original Title | Ernst Thälmann - Führer seiner Klasse |
| Year | 1955 |
| Country | East Germany |
| Genre | History, Drama |
| Director | Kurt Maetzig |
| Runtime | 140 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.0/10 (6 votes) |
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Ernst Thälmann – Leader of the Working Class is a solid entry rated 7.0/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.
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A classic from 1955. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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