Die Dreigroschenoper

The film follows the story of the gangster Macheath, who secretly marries the daughter of beggar king Peachum. When Peachum discovers the marriage, he orders the police chief Brown to arrest Macheath, threatening chaos from the beggars of Soho during an impending coronation.

With a runtime of 205 minutes, Die Dreigroschenoper offers an in-depth narrative experience that combines theatrical elements with cinematic storytelling. The film features a cast led by Ulrich Tukur, Christian Redl, Eva Mattes, Stefanie Stappenbeck, and Peter Franke, each contributing to the dramatic and musical richness of the story.