Das Herz muß schweigen (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1944, Das Herz muß schweigen is a drama film directed by Gustav Ucicky.
What it’s about. On New Year's Eve 1900, Paul Holzgruber started a new praxis as a radiologist. The young Maximiliane Frey is his assistant and they have worked side by side for years helping people. Holzgruber repeatedly points out the dangers of radiation to Maximiliane, but is silent about the ulcers on his hand and the severe pain they have caused. Maximiliane has gotten to know the widower Axel von Bonin and has fallen in love with him. But then she is diagnosed with incurable cancer. To spare Axel the inevitable grief over her impending death, she leaves him and dedicates what is left her life to medicine.
Who’s in it. Das Herz muß schweigen stars Paula Wessely as Maximiliane Frey, Mathias Wieman as Dr. Paul Holzgruber, Werner Hinz as Freiherr von Bonin and Franz Böheim as Erich, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Das Herz muß schweigen has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Das Herz muß schweigen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Das Herz muß schweigen tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Das Herz muß schweigen (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Das Herz muß schweigen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Das Herz muß schweigen worth watching?
- Das Herz muß schweigen holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Das Herz muß schweigen?
- Das Herz muß schweigen stars Paula Wessely, Mathias Wieman, Werner Hinz, Franz Böheim and Erik Frey.
- When was Das Herz muß schweigen released?
- Das Herz muß schweigen was released in 1944.