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The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant (1972)

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.

  • Drama
  • Romance

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Margit CarstensenMargit CarstensenPetra von Kant
  • Photo of Hanna SchygullaHanna SchygullaKarin Thimm
  • Photo of Katrin SchaakeKatrin SchaakeSidonie von Grasenabb
  • Photo of Eva MattesEva MattesGabriele von Kant
  • Photo of Gisela FackeldeyGisela FackeldeyValerie von Kant
  • Photo of Irm HermannIrm HermannMarlene

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