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Das kalte Herz

In the heart of The Black Forest, a poor charcoal burner named Peter Munk struggles to make ends meet with his mother. His love for Lisbeth is hindered by financial constraints, leaving him feeling hopeless. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters the Little Glass Man, a ben...

In the Black Forest, a poor charcoal burner named Peter longs to marry Lisbeth, but poverty stands in their way. After encountering the Little Glass Man, a benevolent forest spirit, Peter's fortunes change, and he becomes wealthy. However, his luck soon turns sour after a night of reckless gambling. Desperate to regain his riches, Peter turns to Dutch Michael, the malevolent spirit of the forest, who offers to make him wealthy once more. But at a terrible cost: Peter's heart must be replaced with a cold, icy stone. With his newfound wealth, Peter can marry Lisbeth, but can a heart of stone truly bring happiness to himself and others?

Info about Das kalte Herz

Studio(s): DEFA

Originally Released: United States, Dec 08, 1950

Production Country: East Germany

Genres:Family, Fantasy, Romance