The Golden Goose
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Originally released in 1964. The Golden Goose is a fantasy/family film. directed by Siegfried Hartmann. At just 67 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Kaspar Eichel, Karin Ugowski, and Uwe Detlef Jessen
Synopsis
Klaus lives with his two brothers Kunz and Franz in a little village. Together, they ply their trade as cobblers in a small workshop. But the workload rests mainly on the shoulders of ill-treated Klaus. When Kunz and Franz go off into the forest to chop wood for fuel they run into an old woman who asks them for some wine and bread. Rudely and gruffly, they refuse her request and return home without any wood. Klaus then has to set out and he meets the old woman as well. He gladly offers her his frugal meal which is suddenly turned into pancakes and good wine. In addition, he receives a golden goose for his kindness. The bird possesses a an unusual characteristic: all those who are prying, nosy, envious and rapacious get stuck to it and become glued to one another.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 26, 1964
61 years ago
Runtime
1h 7m
67 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (19 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
East Germany
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Golden Goose about?
Klaus lives with his two brothers Kunz and Franz in a little village. Together, they ply their trade as cobblers in a small workshop. But the workload rests mainly on the shoulders of ill-treated K...
Who directed The Golden Goose?
The Golden Goose was directed by Siegfried Hartmann.
How long is The Golden Goose?
The Golden Goose has a runtime of 1 hours and 7 minutes (67 minutes total).
When was The Golden Goose released?
The Golden Goose was released on September 26, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Golden Goose?
The main cast of The Golden Goose includes Kaspar Eichel, Karin Ugowski, Uwe Detlef Jessen, Peter Dommisch, Hartmut Beer.