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Revolution in Frankfurt

The film, shot as a “historical documentary drama,” describes the so-called Fettmilch Revolt, or civil uprising, in Frankfurt am Main between 1612 and 1616. In the run-up to Matthias' election as Holy Roman Emperor, the citizens are called upon to take an oath to protect and ensure the safety of the electors gathered in the city. As part of the oath, the guild members are threatened with the loss of their rights. Now they want to demand that the council announce the privileges they know nothing about.

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  • Günter Strack

    Günter Strack

    Vinzenz Fettmilch

  • Joost Siedhoff

    Joost Siedhoff

    Gerngroß

  • Richard Münch

    Richard Münch

    Rabbi Hahn

  • Erich Auer

    Erich Auer

    Bischof Khlesl

  • Ralph Misske

    Ralph Misske

    Jörg Baur

  • Beate Hasenau

    Beate Hasenau

    Maria

  • Erwin Scherschel

    Erwin Scherschel

    Schopp

Overview

The film, shot as a “historical documentary drama,” describes the so-called Fettmilch Revolt, or civil uprising, in Frankfurt am Main between 1612 and 1616. In the run-up to Matthias' election as Holy Roman Emperor, the citizens are called upon to take an oath to protect and ensure the safety of the electors gathered in the city. As part of the oath, the guild members are threatened with the loss of their rights. Now they want to demand that the council announce the privileges they know nothing about.

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