The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant (1973): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant is a 1973 romantic drama directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder, starring Margit Carstensen, Irm Hermann and Katrin Schaake. It is based on The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant & Blood on the Neck of the Cat by Rainer Werner Fassbinder. It runs 2 hours 4 minutes and earned $9,982 worldwide. Critics gave it 73 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 4m (124 min)
- Director
- Rainer Werner Fassbinder
- Original language
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German - Studio
- Filmverlag der Autoren
- Based on
- The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant & Blood on the Neck of the Cat by Rainer Werner Fassbinder
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant About?
The premise of The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant without spoilers, adapted from The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant & Blood on the Neck of the Cat by Rainer Werner Fassbinder. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Within the lavish world of a renowned fashion designer, a tangled relationship develops between Petra von Kant and Margarete Krüll. Petra, a powerful and demanding woman, becomes intensely fixated on Margarete, a former employee. Their connection sparks a passionate and volatile emotional entanglement, exposing their hidden vulnerabilities and challenging the boundaries of their identities. The story explores themes of power, desire, and the complexities of human relationships.
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- lesbian
- lesbian lover
- mother daughter relationship
- mannequin
- all female cast
- mental cruelty
- fashion designer
- new german cinema
- seduction
- west germany
- spitting in someone's face
- possessiveness
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- love triangle
- bremen germany
- female female kiss
- based on play
- germany
- f rated
- reference to mick jagger
- interracial sex
- egoism
- lgbt
- lgbt cinema
- lgbt plus
- reference to frankfurt
- reference to miami
- reference to southampton
- reference to zurich
- bitterness
- woman dances with a woman
- mural
- packing a suitcase
- dialogue driven
- silent character
- emotional exploitation
- lesbian sex slave
- feminist movie
- psychological romance drama
- doll as a gift
- german cinema
- obsessive love
- age disparate romance
- slow dancing
- apparent murder suicide
- codependency
- business success
- character says i'm claustrophobic
- romantic drama
- lesbian slave and mistress
- personal assistant
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant Cast
Margit Carstensen leads the cast, with Irm Hermann and Katrin Schaake. Directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder; 6 actors are credited in all.
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Director Rainer Werner Fassbinder
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More films directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder: World on a Wire (1973), Querelle, Lola and The Third Generation.
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant 73 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 73 Metascore
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The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant Plot Summary
What happens in The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In a strikingly decorated Bremen apartment, where a notable reproduction of Poussin’s Midas and Bacchus embellishes the walls, Petra von Kant (Margit Carstensen) meticulously directs her daily life as a fashion designer. Surrounded by life-size mannequins that reflect her creativity, the only living presence in this space is Marlene (Irm Hermann), her ever-efficient assistant, who aids her with a quiet grace.
Full summary
The whole story of The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant, scene by scene
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant Box Office
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant grossed $9,982 worldwide. $8,144 came from the US and Canada and $1,834 (18%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$10K
- US & Canada
- $8.1K
- International
- $1.8K
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant Trailers & Videos
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The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant Also Known As
23 alternative titles, including “As Lágrimas Amargas de Petra von Kant” and “페트라 폰 칸트의 쓰디쓴 눈물”.
- Also known as
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- As Lágrimas Amargas de Petra von Kant
- 페트라 폰 칸트의 쓰디쓴 눈물
- ペトラ･フォン･カントの苦い涙
- Las lágrimas amargas de Petra von Kant
- Горчивите сълзи на Петра фон Кант
- Gorke suze Petre von Kant
- Petra von Kants bitre tårer
- Die bitteren Tränen der Petra von Kant
- Petra von Kantin katkerat kyyneleet
- Les larmes amères de Petra von Kant
- Τα πικρά δάκρυα της Πέτρα φον Καντ
- Petra von Kant keserű könnyei
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- Le lacrime amare di Petra Von Kant
- Las amargas lágrimas de Petra von Kant
- Gorzkie łzy Petry von Kant
- Горькие слезы Петры Фон Кант
- Petra von Kants bittra tårar
- Petra von Kant'in Acı gözyaşları
- Гіркі сльози Петри фон Кант
- 柏蒂娜的苦泪
- דמעותיה המרות של פטרה פון קאנט
- Petra Von Kant'ın Acı Gözyaşları
- Hořké slzy Petry von Kantové
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The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and post-credit scenes of The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant?
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant runs 2 hours 4 minutes (124 minutes).
When was The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant released?
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant was released on October 12, 1973.
Who directed The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant?
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant was directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.
More films by Rainer Werner Fassbinder Who is in the cast of The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant?
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant stars Margit Carstensen, Irm Hermann and Katrin Schaake, among 6 credited actors.
How much did The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant make at the box office?
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant grossed $9,982 worldwide ($8,144 domestic, $1,834 international).
How is The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant rated?
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant has 73 on Metacritic.
Is The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant based on a book?
Yes. The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant is adapted from The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant & Blood on the Neck of the Cat by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.
Does The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant have a post-credit scene?
Yes. The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
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