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The Beaver Coat

1949 · 97 min Drama Comedy
6.0 / 10 · TMDB

Mother Wolffen, a washerwoman, is a woman of principle: A poor man must do what he must to get through life, only he mustn't get caught doing it. All sorts of crooked deals contribute to the improvement of the daily menu and the increase of household funds. When everyone is searching for pensioner Krueger's missing beaverskin coat, Mother Wolffen and her family are calmly enjoying fresh roast venison.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title Der Biberpelz
Year 1949
Country East Germany
Genre Drama, Comedy
Director Erich Engel
Runtime 97 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.0/10 (2 votes)

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The Beaver Coat 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 1949. 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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