Overview
Based on a true story from 1936: Klara Baumann, a working-class woman, communist and mother, flees her German homeland for neighboring Czechoslovakia. When a party courier is arrested in Berlin, Klara agrees to return to Germany with illegal material. On behalf of the central courier service, she returned to Germany illegally many times, risking her life, in constant fear of being caught. When the illegal party cell in a large Berlin factory is arrested, Klara distributes the latest issue of the Red Signal on her own. She wants to prove to the Gestapo that she has imprisoned the wrong people. Authentic story of a communist and mother who flees her German homeland for neighboring Czechoslovakia in 1936.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Die Mutter und das Schweigen?
Die Mutter und das Schweigen was directed by Wolfgang Luderer.
Where was Die Mutter und das Schweigen produced?
It was produced by companies including Fernsehen der DDR in East Germany, Germany.
Die Mutter und das Schweigen Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Die Mutter und das Schweigen wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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