The Axe of Wandsbek

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Released May 11, 1951

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Overview

Hamburg, Germany 1934: An executioner is needed. Teetjen makes the biggest mistake of his life. Because his butcher shop is facing bankruptcy, he agrees to execute a group of political prisoners for the Nazis. Once this becomes known, Teetjen’s life falls apart.

Runtime

1h 50m


Origin Country

Germany


Original Language

German


Original Title

Das Beil von Wandsbek


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • East Germany
  • Germany

Spoken Languages

  • Deutsch (German)

Production Companies

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    DEFA

    Germany

Keywords

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