Plot — What is Ernst Thälmann – Son of the Working Class about?
This film is the first of a two-part historical and biographical portrait of the communist politician and anti-fascist Ernst Thälmann. In early November 1918, Ernst Thälmann is an unwilling soldier serving on the western front. As the revolutionary movement at home is threatened by the betrayal of the Social Democrats and fissures in the working class, Thälmann calls on his fellow soldiers to put down their weapons and unite with the workers in the communist struggle at home. Thälmann’s qualms about which side he is fighting on continue, but when the local police attempt to prevent a shipment of provisions and supplies from reaching the people in Petrograd, he intervenes and the ship is unloaded. With this moment of clarity, Thälmann continues to follow his political convictions and joins the workers at the Hamburg uprising in October 1923.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1954 |
| Genre | History, Drama |
| Language | DE |
| Runtime | 124 min |
| Audience Score | 57% (5.7/10, 10 votes) |
Ernst Thälmann – Son of the Working Class — FAQ
Is Ernst Thälmann – Son of the Working Class worth watching? Ernst Thälmann – Son of the Working Class holds a 5.7/10 rating from 10 viewers. This film is the first of a two-part historical and biographical portrait of the communist politician and anti-fascist Ernst Thälmann. In early November 1918, Ernst Thälmann is an unwilling soldier serving on the wester
Who directed Ernst Thälmann – Son of the Working Class? Directed by Kurt Maetzig.
Who is in the cast of Ernst Thälmann – Son of the Working Class? It stars Günther Simon, Hans-Peter Minetti, Erich Franz, Erika Dunkelmann, Johannes Arpe, Raimund Schelcher and more.
Where can I stream Ernst Thälmann – Son of the Working Class? Streaming availability for Ernst Thälmann – Son of the Working Class is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Ernst Thälmann – Son of the Working Class release? It released in 1954.
