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It Was Infidelity in the Beginning

★ 4.7(6)19991h 30m

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Good to know

Director: Hartmut Griesmayr
Release date: 1999-12-23
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: German
Status: Released
Country: Germany
Studio: ARD
Part of: Am Anfang war ... Filmreihe

About It Was Infidelity in the Beginning

It Was Infidelity in the Beginning is a 1999 movie in the Comedy, TV Movie and Drama genres, directed by Hartmut Griesmayr, starring Simone Thomalla, Heidelinde Weis and Stephan Schwartz. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.7/10 from 6 viewers. Below you can see where to watch It Was Infidelity in the Beginning in Portugal — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Annabelle is annoyed by family life. Most of all, she bothers her health-conscious, chain-smoking, know-it-all mother, Edda who visits regularly. When mother moves in her house for three months, because their house is being renovated, She enthusiastically takes the chance to go on a "relaxing weekend". On this occasion her girlfriend Doro, who was supposed to take care of the children, starts an affair with her husband, Friedrich. When she returns, she is appalled. She packs her things and leaves Friedrich and the family. Promptly she meets a young student at a party, who awakens the passion in her. Written by lament

Cast

Simone Thomalla

Annabelle Schrader / Wife

Heidelinde Weis

Edda Hartwig 'Queen Mum'

Stephan Schwartz

Friedrich Schrader / Husband

Jonathan Beck

Jonas Schrader / Son

Gesche Tebbenhoff

Doro Thaling / Friedrich's Lover

Hans Peter Korff

Martin Bergmann / Edda's Friend

Sebastian Feicht

Rilke / Annabelle's Lover

Jens Woggon

Niki / Lucy's boyfriend

Julia Thurnau

Sabine

Nina Bagusat

Sandra

Vanessa Sobolewski

Svenja

Sissi Perlinger

Marion

Themes & keywords

adulteryinfidelityjealousyolder woman younger man relationshipteenage romance

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch It Was Infidelity in the Beginning in Portugal?+

It Was Infidelity in the Beginning is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Portugal. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is It Was Infidelity in the Beginning on Netflix?+

It Was Infidelity in the Beginning is not on Netflix in Portugal right now.

How long is It Was Infidelity in the Beginning?+

It Was Infidelity in the Beginning has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in It Was Infidelity in the Beginning?+

It Was Infidelity in the Beginning stars Simone Thomalla, Heidelinde Weis, Stephan Schwartz, Jonathan Beck and Gesche Tebbenhoff.

When did It Was Infidelity in the Beginning come out?+

It Was Infidelity in the Beginning is a 1999 movie directed by Hartmut Griesmayr.

What genre is It Was Infidelity in the Beginning?+

It Was Infidelity in the Beginning is Comedy, TV Movie and Drama film.

Who directed It Was Infidelity in the Beginning?+

It Was Infidelity in the Beginning was directed by Hartmut Griesmayr.