The Kaiser's Lackey (1951) The Kaiser's Lackey

The Kaiser's Lackey ★★ Der Untertan 1951 Cowardly but ambitious Diedrich Hessling has learned his lesson—in order to gain power, you must bow to those who have it and ignore those who don't. Diedrich thinks he's finally achieved his goal when he's chosen to give the keynote speech at the dedication of an Emperor's monument. Based on the novel by Heinrich Mann. German with subitles. 105m/B VHS. GE Werner Peters, Paul Esser; Director: Wolfgang Staudte; Writer: Wolfgang Staudte.

At-a-glance
Year Released 1951
Length (in minutes) 105
Display Black & White
Formats VHS
Filmed In Georgia
National Film Registry
Credits
Role Name
Actor Werner Peters
Actor Paul Esser
Director Wolfgang Staudte
Writer Wolfgang Staudte