Ekkehard Schall
Biography: Biography not available
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: May 29, 1930
Deathday: September 03, 2005
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In the Dust of the Stars
1976-07-01
In the Dust of the Stars
Overview: A retro '70s vision of the future, IN THE DUST OF THE STARS was made by the DEFA film studio. A radio signal attracts a team of astronauts to a mysterious planet. Once there, they are warmly welcomed by an alien race, but are soon suspicious of what is really occurring on this strange land.
Genres: Science Fiction
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1976-07-01
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Die Geschichte vom armen Hassan
1958-07-19
Die Geschichte vom armen Hassan
Overview:
Genres: Fantasy Family
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1958-07-19
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Berlin - Ecke Schönhauser...
1957-08-30
Berlin - Ecke Schönhauser...
Overview: The corner Schönhauser Allee in East Berlin is the main meeting-point for a group of adolescents. Dieter is a construction worker who falls in love with Angela. She, in turn, spends time with the clique whenever her mother is occupied with her new lover. "Kohle" stays away from home to avoid his dad's alcohol problem, and Karl-Heinz is on his way to becoming a small-time criminal. Due to their interest in western music and culture they are regarded as no-goods and rowdies. Things get interesting when an incident forces Dieter and "Kohle" to escape to West Germany. Written by c.winter
Genres: Drama Romance
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1957-08-30
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The Sailor’s Song
1958-11-09
The Sailor’s Song
Overview: A film about the historical uprising of the seamen in Kiel: During the Russian October Revolution of 1917, German and Russian soldiers start to solidarize with each other. By disarming the officers, machinist Henne Lonke and stoker Jens Kasten prevent the attack on a Russian freighter. When German admiralty gives out orders for operation "Nibelungen", which would lead the German fleet into a suicidal attack against England and quell the revolutionary spirit, seamen and soldiers from different political backgrounds unite in protest.
Genres: History Drama
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1958-11-09
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The Dream of Captain Loy
1961-08-23
The Dream of Captain Loy
Overview: An American military plane takes six people, who have taken part in a NATO maneuver, from Tripoli to Oslo. Among them are the British Captain Loy and the United States Air Force Corporal Doris Graves. During the flight, the two become closer, and they regret that the trip will end that evening. But everything turns out differently. The flight captain has received orders to pick up an agent at a German NATO airport, who is to be dropped off again on a Soviet island …
Genres: Drama
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1961-08-23
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Die Rache des Kapitäns Mitchell
1979-12-23
Die Rache des Kapitäns Mitchell
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1979-12-23
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Der aufhaltsame Aufstieg des Arturo Ui
1974-01-13
Der aufhaltsame Aufstieg des Arturo Ui
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Genres: TV Movie
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1974-01-13
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Der Auftrag
2004-05-12
Der Auftrag
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: de
Release Date: 2004-05-12
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Sein letzter Fall
1976-09-23
Sein letzter Fall
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1976-09-23
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Katzgraben
1957-10-19
Katzgraben
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1957-10-19
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Mutter Courage und ihre Kinder
1957-10-15
Mutter Courage und ihre Kinder
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1957-10-15
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Die Tage der Commune
1966-04-16
Die Tage der Commune
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1966-04-16
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The Shadow
1961-11-14
The Shadow
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Genres: TV Movie Comedy
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1961-11-14
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Castles and Cottages
1957-02-09
Castles and Cottages
Overview: Lifelong hard work for the count makes the servant Anton a cripple. Everybody calls him Crooked Anton. When, after the end of the war, the land of the count gets divided amongst the farmers, Anton receives a piece and hopes to be able to work freely. But an old debt and intrigue keep Anton and his family from finding peace. The farmers of the village begin to discover their own power when Annegret, Anton's daughter, leaves. Is a new beginning possible for Anton? This film paints an impressive panorama of the development of a minor village in Mecklenburg from the end of the war to the uprising of 17 June 1953.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1957-02-09
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Der kaukasische Kreidekreis
1973-02-09
Der kaukasische Kreidekreis
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1973-02-09
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Freischütz in Berlin
1987-06-07
Freischütz in Berlin
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Genres: Drama TV Movie
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1987-06-07
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Das Leben des Galileo Galilei
1978-02-10
Das Leben des Galileo Galilei
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Genres: Drama TV Movie
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1978-02-10
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Judith
1966-11-03
Judith
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1966-11-03
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Herr Puntila und sein Knecht Matti
1979-10-06
Herr Puntila und sein Knecht Matti
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1979-10-06
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Despite It All!
1972-01-13
Despite It All!
Overview: October 1918: Karl Liebknecht is released from prison and Berlin workers celebrate his release. Although WWI is almost over, the German Kaiserreich in vain sends its last reserves to the slaughter. The working class is in a rebellious mood; the uprising of Kiel’s sailors against war and militarism sets off a call for revolution led by Liebknecht. On November 9, Liebknecht declares the Free Socialist Republic of Germany. But pro-Kaiser military and right wing Social Democrats oppose him.
Genres: Drama War
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1972-01-13
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The Punch Bowl
1959-12-04
The Punch Bowl
Overview: It is the 65th birthday of Wilhelm Lehmann, foreman of a chemical company. All members of the large family are expected. Preparations are also being made in the company: Wilhelm is to be awarded the »Labor banner« and, as every year, the sons are responsible for the may bowl. But instead of family members, telegrams with rejections flutter into the house.
Genres: Drama Comedy
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1959-12-04
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Im Spannungsfeld
1970-02-12
Im Spannungsfeld
Overview: Electronic data processing is an absolute must in the Information Age. Karl Hoppe, the director of a large plant, is aware of this need for modernization and hires mathematician Dr. Jochen Bernhardt to install computerized systems which are supposed to calculate ways in which the plant could be run more effectively. Dr. Bernhardt is so focused on efficiency that he forgets about the human side of work, causing his girlfriend to leave him and several dissatisfied employees to quit their jobs.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1970-02-12
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Die Bestie
1988-02-10
Die Bestie
Overview: Based on a short story by Bertolt Brecht.
Genres: Drama TV Movie
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1988-02-10
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Der Mantel des Ketzers
1989-04-23
Der Mantel des Ketzers
Overview: Based on a novella by Bertolt Brecht.
Genres: Drama TV Movie
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1989-04-23
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Dusk: 1950s East Berlin Bohemia
1993-12-15
Dusk: 1950s East Berlin Bohemia
Overview: A documentary and film essay about the artist scene in East Berlin during the 1950s.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1993-12-15
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Mother Courage and Her Children
1961-02-10
Mother Courage and Her Children
Overview: During the Thirty Years' War, the camp-follower Anna Fierling, called "Mother Courage", travels the length and breadth of Europe with her covered wagon. She does not care if it's Catholics or Protestants she trades with as long as business thrives. She loses her three children as a result of the war: bold and spirited Eilif, sincere and upright Swiss Cheese and mute Katrin, who saves the children of Halle by beating a drum on a farmstead roof In wartime, the Fierling children's virtues prove to be deadly. Yet, Mother Courage, remains incorrigible. She will not have anyone "spoil the war" for her and so sets out once more after the soldiers with her wagon.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1961-02-10
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The Opportunists
1960-04-08
The Opportunists
Overview: The machinations of an ex-officer and a servant who want to get their hands on a fortune.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: fr
Release Date: 1960-04-08
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Unbändiges Spanien
1962-10-19
Unbändiges Spanien
Overview: Documentary film about the Spanish Civil War.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1962-10-19
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Goldene Zeiten - Feine Leute
1977-04-08
Goldene Zeiten - Feine Leute
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Genres: Comedy
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1977-04-08
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Das Stacheltier - Wildweststory
1962-02-09
Das Stacheltier - Wildweststory
Overview: Reporters tell lies about East Germany.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1962-02-09
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Fetzers Flucht
1962-12-13
Fetzers Flucht
Overview: A man escapes and kills a guardian. Musical.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1962-12-13
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