Tiger's Claw
Jonny Wilken is an ageing lion trainer in a circus. He is in love with his younger colleague Jutta Sarris. On her wedding day, Jutta's favorite Bengal tiger attacks her out of jealousy and kills her. Jonny, full of pain and out of revenge, enters the cage to kill the animal with his bare hands. However, the tiger bows to him without any resistance.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Der Tiger Akbar |
| Year | 1951 |
| Country | Germany |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Harry Piel |
| Runtime | 122 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.0/10 (2 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
Tiger's Claw has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.0/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.
A classic from 1951. 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.
— MovieFinder Editorial
🎭 Cast
Harry Piel
Jonny Wilken
Friedl Hardt
Jutta Sarris
Hilde Hildebrand
Madame Regina
Nicolas Koline
Nicky, clown
Fritz Lafontaine
Gaston Costil
Leopold von Ledebur
Williams, circus manager
Helga Wiedenbrug
Maria Roland, reporter
Albert Gallin-Krauss
Emil, tiger's groom
Conny Heim
Georg Hilbert
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