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The Novel of Werther

The Novel of Werther

Herr Werther, a new magistrate to the Grand Duchy of Walheim who is a violinist and poet, seems to have fate on his side as he meets and pursues a beautiful local woman, Charlotte. But as Werther sets to propose marriage, Charlotte reluctantly tells him she has been promised to another, Werther's superior, Judge Hochstätten. Werther and Charlotte decide to keep their romance from the judge and each descends into depression. Will they be able to keep their feelings a secret?

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Le Roman de Werther
  • Genres: Drama, Romance
  • Release Date: 1938-12-14
  • Runtime: 85 minutes
  • Rating: 6.8/10 (8 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Nero Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.2122
  • Languages: French

Cast & Crew

Pierre Richard-Willm

Pierre Richard-Willm

as Werther

Annie Vernay

Annie Vernay

as Charlotte

Jean Galland

Jean Galland

as Albert Hochstätter

Jean Périer

Jean Périer

as President

Henri Guisol

Henri Guisol

as Scherz

Roger Legris

Roger Legris

as Franz

Georges Vitray

Georges Vitray

as Le bailli

Jean Buquet

Jean Buquet

as Le petit Gustave

Philippe Richard

Philippe Richard

as Le grand-duc

Geno-Ferny

Geno-Ferny

as Le portraitiste

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External Links

Keywords

suicidebased on novel or bookblack and whitebroken heart

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Novel of Werther?

The Novel of Werther is a Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1938-12-14.

Who are the main actors in The Novel of Werther?

The main cast includes Pierre Richard-Willm, Annie Vernay, Jean Galland, Jean Périer, Henri Guisol, .

Where can I watch The Novel of Werther online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Novel of Werther is available.

Is The Novel of Werther based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Novel of Werther?

The Novel of Werther has an IMDb rating of 6.8/10 based on 8 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Novel of Werther?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Novel of Werther?

The soundtrack was composed by Nero Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Novel of Werther filmed?

The Novel of Werther was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Novel of Werther?

The total runtime of The Novel of Werther is 85 minutes.

Is The Novel of Werther suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Novel of Werther?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Novel of Werther.

Does The Novel of Werther have a post-credit scene?

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