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Bride of the Orient

Bride of the Orient

After the death of his mother, a lonely farmer in rural Switzerland considers finally starting a family of his own. Eventually he pays for a bride from Thailand. The couple don't share a language, but being to know each other. However the village neighbors are suspicious of foreigners.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Gekauftes Glück
  • Genres: Drama, Romance
  • Release Date: 1989-03-02
  • Runtime: 94 minutes
  • Rating: 7.7/10 (3 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: SRF, ZDF, Cinéfilm AG, Balance Film
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.2756
  • Languages: German

Cast & Crew

Wolfram Berger

Wolfram Berger

as Windleter

Werner Herzog

Werner Herzog

as Businger

Helen Vita

Helen Vita

as Matrimonial Agent

Annamirl Bierbichler

Annamirl Bierbichler

as Vreneli

Arunotai Jitreekan

Arunotai Jitreekan

as Thai Woman

Mathias Gnädinger

Mathias Gnädinger

as 'Hirschen'-Wirt

Günter Meisner

Günter Meisner

as Priest Barmettler

Michael Gempart

Michael Gempart

as Postal Clerk

Marie-Thérèse Mäder

Marie-Thérèse Mäder

as Jeannine

Huerequeque Enrique Bohórquez

Huerequeque Enrique Bohórquez

as Faden-Kari

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Keywords

marriagemelancholyreligionracismsex traffickingrural lifeambiguousempathetic

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bride of the Orient?

Bride of the Orient is a Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1989-03-02.

Who are the main actors in Bride of the Orient?

The main cast includes Wolfram Berger, Werner Herzog, Helen Vita, Annamirl Bierbichler, Arunotai Jitreekan, .

Where can I watch Bride of the Orient online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Bride of the Orient is available.

Is Bride of the Orient based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of Bride of the Orient?

Bride of the Orient has an IMDb rating of 7.7/10 based on 3 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Bride of the Orient?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for Bride of the Orient?

The soundtrack was composed by SRF, ZDF, Cinéfilm AG, Balance Film. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Bride of the Orient filmed?

Bride of the Orient was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Bride of the Orient?

The total runtime of Bride of the Orient is 94 minutes.

Is Bride of the Orient suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Bride of the Orient?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Bride of the Orient.

Does Bride of the Orient have a post-credit scene?

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