Overview

Herr Werther, a new magistrate to the Grand Duchy of Walheim who is a violinist and poet, seems to have fate on his side as he meets and pursues a beautiful local woman, Charlotte. But as Werther sets to propose marriage, Charlotte reluctantly tells him she has been promised to another, Werther's superior, Judge Hochstätten. Werther and Charlotte decide to keep their romance from the judge and each descends into depression. Will they be able to keep their feelings a secret?

Cast

Pierre Richard-Willm, Annie Vernay, Jean Galland, Jean Périer, Henri Guisol, Roger Legris, Georges Vitray, Jean Buquet

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What is "The Novel of Werther" about?

Herr Werther, a new magistrate to the Grand Duchy of Walheim who is a violinist and poet, seems to have fate on his side as he meets and pursues a beautiful local woman, Charlotte. But as Werther sets to propose marriage, Charlotte reluctantly tells him she has been promised to another, Werther's superior, Judge Hochstätten. Werther and Charlotte decide to keep their romance from the judge and each descends into depression. Will they be able to keep their feelings a secret?

When was "The Novel of Werther" released?

The Novel of Werther was released in 1938.

Who stars in "The Novel of Werther"?

The cast includes Pierre Richard-Willm, Annie Vernay, Jean Galland, Jean Périer.