Tonelli
Originally released in 1943. Tonelli is a drama film. directed by Viktor Tourjansky.
Starring Ferdinand Marian, Winnie Markus, and Mady Rahl
Synopsis
Circus performer Tonio Tonelli discovers his wife Maja having an affair with his colleague Tino. Tonio goes away, and slowly rebuilds his career before meeting tightrope walker Nelly. The two become a popular sensation, which leads his estranged wife to try and force him back into a partnership with her through blackmail. When she is found dead, Tonio is the obvious suspect for her murder.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Ferdinand Marian
as Tonio Tonelli aka Joro, Artist
Winnie Markus
as Nelly, 'Königin der Luft' Joros Partnerin
Mady Rahl
as Maja, Drahtseilartistin, Frau von Tonio
Albert Hehn
as Tino, Drahtseilartist
Nicolas Koline
as Janko, Musik-Clown
Josef Sieber
as Tom, 'Cowboy' beim Wanderzirkus 'Cortrelli'
Leo Peukert
as Zirkusdirektor Cortelli
Ernst Karchow
as Der Staatsanwalt
Wastl Witt
as Agent Bauer
Albert Lippert
as Kommissar
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Bavaria-Filmkunst
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tonelli about?
Circus performer Tonio Tonelli discovers his wife Maja having an affair with his colleague Tino. Tonio goes away, and slowly rebuilds his career before meeting tightrope walker Nelly. The two becom...
Who directed Tonelli?
Tonelli was directed by Viktor Tourjansky.
When was Tonelli released?
Tonelli was released on July 12, 1943 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Tonelli?
The main cast of Tonelli includes Ferdinand Marian, Winnie Markus, Mady Rahl, Albert Hehn, Nicolas Koline.