Werther 1938

Synopsis:

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?

Directed by: Max Ophüls
Runtime: 85 minutes
Cast:
Annie Vernay
Annie Vernay
Charlotte 
Jean Galland
Jean Galland
Albert Hochstätter 
Jean Périer
Jean Périer
President 
Henri Guisol
Henri Guisol
Scherz 
Roger Legris
Roger Legris
Franz 
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Also known as:
  • Le Roman de Werther
  • The Novel of Werther