Venus im Licht (1960)
Aging Duke of Altair, a charming widower, plans a third marriage and enlists his son Edgar to choose among three noblewomen. Unexpectedly, Perpetua, young, spirited daughter of the late stewardб returns after a decade, instantly captivating both father and son. As their affections collide, the Duke realizes he cannot stand in his son’s way. In a moment of wise selflessness, he withdraws from Perpetua’s pursuit and instead courts Rosabel Fleming, honoring both tradition and his heir’s happiness.
Director: Peter Beauvais
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Anton Walbrook as Herzog von Altair |
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Martin Berliner as Herbert Reedbeck |
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Harry Wüstenhagen as Dominic Reedbeck |
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Karin Hübner as Perpetua Reedbeck |
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Bruni Löbel as Jessie Dill |
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Walo Lüönd as Diener Bates |
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Gisela Peltzer as Rosabel Fleming |
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Edith Schneider as Hilda Taylor-Snell |
| Directing | Peter Beauvais | Director |