Castles and Cottages
Lifelong hard work for the count makes the servant Anton a cripple. Everybody calls him Crooked Anton. When, after the end of the war, the land of the count gets divided amongst the farmers, Anton receives a piece and hopes to be able to work freely. But an old debt and intrigue keep Anton and his family from finding peace. The farmers of the village begin to discover their own power when Annegret, Anton's daughter, leaves. Is a new beginning possible for Anton? This film paints an impressive panorama of the development of a minor village in Mecklenburg from the end of the war to the uprising of 17 June 1953.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Schlösser und Katen |
| Year | 1957 |
| Country | East Germany, Germany |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Kurt Maetzig |
| Runtime | 203 min. |
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Castles and Cottages is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.
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A classic from 1957. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
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