Asta, mein Engelchen

Old Otto Gratzick, played by Erwin Geschonneck, becomes involved in the film industry when a director seeks a double for the late actor Hermann Gschwindner. After discovering Otto in a movie theater, he is drawn into a whirlwind of events that lead him to place a marriage advertisement for a woman resembling Asta Nielsen.

His first date with Astrid, who indeed resembles Asta, does not go as planned, as Otto falls asleep. However, when he assumes the identity of Hermann Gschwindner during a hotel bar performance, he captures the attention of everyone present, including Astrid.

The film combines elements of comedy and romance, showcasing Otto's humorous attempts to win Astrid's affection while dealing with the complications of his double life. Asta, mein Engelchen features a notable cast, including Kurt Böwe, Winfried Glatzeder, and Marita Böhme, contributing to its charm.