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The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant

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★ 7.4(236)19722h 4m

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Director: Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Release date: 1972-10-05
Runtime: 2h 4m
Language: German
Status: Released
Country: Germany
Studio: Tango Film

The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant — trailer

About The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant

The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant is a 1972 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder, starring Margit Carstensen, Hanna Schygulla and Katrin Schaake. It has a runtime of 2 hours 4 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.4/10 from 236 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Petra von Kant is a successful fashion designer -- arrogant, caustic, and self-satisfied. She mistreats Marlene (her secretary, maid, and co-designer). Enter Karin, a 23-year-old beauty who wants to be a model. Petra falls in love with Karin and invites her to move in.

Cast

Margit Carstensen

Petra von Kant

Hanna Schygulla

Karin Thimm

Katrin Schaake

Sidonie von Grasenabb

Eva Mattes

Gabriele von Kant

Gisela Fackeldey

Valerie von Kant

Irm Hermann

Marlene

Themes & keywords

australiasuccessbremenbased on play or musicalfashion designeregoismlesbian relationshipsecretaryfashionlgbt

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant in South Africa?+

The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant on Netflix?+

The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant?+

The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant has a runtime of 2 hours 4 minutes (124 minutes).

Who stars in The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant?+

The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant stars Margit Carstensen, Hanna Schygulla, Katrin Schaake, Eva Mattes and Gisela Fackeldey.

When did The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant come out?+

The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant is a 1972 movie directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.

What genre is The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant?+

The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant is Drama and Romance film.

Who directed The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant?+

The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant was directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.