The trials of the wealthy Emmentaler farming family Jowäger, adapted from the 19th century novel of the same name by Jeremias Gotthelf (pen-name of Albert Bitzius), which was also published in two parts.
Schaggi Streuli was not his real name. Born Emil Kägi, he had little luck in the first 30 years of his life. As the sixth child of an alcoholic and also a divorce goof, it wasn't easy for Schaggi Streuli. After that he tried unsuccessfully as a pickle in Ticino and a butcher offshoot. His only consolation, acting. And as it turned out later; also his calling.
Oberstadtgass (1956) is a drama film that takes place in the town of Oberstadtgass. The story follows the lives of the townspeople and explores various themes of love, betrayal, and redemption within the small community. The movie provides a realistic portrayal of the challenges faced by individuals living in a close-knit society.
Wäckerli, policeman in the small Swiss village of Allenwil, is in trouble. His son Ruedi is unhappy in his apprenticeship and spends way too much money. And now 10'000 francs have been stolen from the bourough's community fund...
Gilberte Montavon was a legend in her own lifetime. As a young woman, she was confidante to hundreds of thousands of Swiss-German speaking soldiers during the First World War, and remembered most of their names. She was still a teenager when the war began, and was immortalised by a song written during the war years by the Swiss-German bard and lute player, Hans Inn der Gand.
A thought-provoking drama that explores the concept of animal rights and the ethical treatment of animals. The story follows a group of activists who struggle to raise awareness and fight for the rights of animals in a world that often overlooks their suffering.
A hairdresser is being recruited during World War I by the Swiss military where they turn this soft civilian into a 'real man'.
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