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Explosion

1923 · 72 min Drama
6.9 / 10 · TMDB

After the revelation that Georg has seduced her, Maria is driven away by her father. Georg, fearing the wrath of Maria's father, has swiftly abandoned the girl and left for the mining town of Sankt Anton, where he expects to hide easily amongst the large population of colliers. Maria must care for herself, and ends up in Sankt Anton, where she attempts to rebuild her life. There, she gets to know Thomas, and soon the young people are engaged. When Georg and Maria meet again, drama ensues. The film originally ran 97 minutes.

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Original Title Schlagende Wetter
Year 1923
Country Germany
Genre Drama
Director Karl Grune
Runtime 72 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.9/10 (4 votes)

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The director constructs a narrative that relies on the stark contrast between personal fragility and the oppressive reality of mining life. It explores tension through silent glances and static frames where shadows speak volumes.

What lingers after the viewing is a profound sense of social determinism, where personal fate is inextricably linked to the industrial landscape. A sobering look at the consequences of human frailty. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Karl Grune

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