Eine Frau, die weiß was sie will

Eine Frau, die weiß was sie will

1958 · 101 min · ★ 10.0 · Romance, Comedy, Drama

A demure teacher temporarily steps into the shoes of her late grandmother, a celebrated revue singer and socialite from the turn of the century, but ultimately chooses a quiet, domestic life.

Directed by Arthur Maria Rabenalt · Written by Herbert Witt

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