Brennende Grenze
The story of Brennende Grenze (= Burning Border) starts after the end of WWI. Polish franctireurs invade the German bordering regions which are to be given to Poland as agreed on in the post-war peace treaties. Luise von Willkühnen's manor is invaded by Ladislaus von Zeremski, his lover Nadja and their gang. They treaten the inhabitants until Luise's son kills Zeremski.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1927 |
| Country | Germany |
| Director | Erich Waschneck |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.0/10 (1 votes) |
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The film constructs its drama from the stark contrast between the manor's fragile order and the brutal force of the invasion, relying on tense silence and expressive close-ups. It explores the psychology of fear and the breaking point of human endurance.
What lingers after viewing is the harsh, near-documentary atmosphere of post-war chaos, where the personal and political are inextricably bound. A grim reminder of the cost of defending one's home. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Erich Waschneck
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Watch in silence, in the evening, to absorb the oppressive tension of silent cinema.
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Hubert von Meyerinck
Heino
Fritz Alberti
Regierungskommissar
Hans Adalbert Schlettow
Freischarenführer
Olga Tschechowa
Nadja
Camilla Spira
Marlene - Wirtschafterin
Hugo Werner-Kahle
Duban - Adjutant des Freischarenführers
Albert Steinrück
Der Gutsvogt
Gustav Trautschold
Der alte Diener
Oskar Homolka
Der Matrose
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