The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant (1972)

Kernel Score: 81% · 230 ratings

Genres: Drama, Romance

Released: 1972-10-05

Runtime: 124 minutes

Overview

Petra von Kant is a successful fashion designer -- arrogant, caustic, and self-satisfied. She mistreats Marlene (her secretary, maid, and co-designer). Enter Karin, a 23-year-old beauty who wants to be a model. Petra falls in love with Karin and invites her to move in.

Director

Rainer Werner Fassbinder

Cast