7.8Crook and the Cross · 1960
Crook and the Cross (1960) is a Comedy film directed by Axel von Ambesser, starring Gert Fröbe, Karlheinz Böhm, Rudolf Vogel.
Comedy
7.8Overview
With the help of God, the loveable safecracker Paul Wittkowski – aka “Cracker-Paulie” – manages to escape the clutches of the cops. He dresses up as a priest and ends up in a village, whose pastor is in dispute with an influential businessman. To help the pastor and a young widow, Paulie has to use his own special abilities. This work leads him back to the path of righteousness. He contacts the police and, after serving his time, starts a new life with the widow.
Cast
Gert Fröbe, Karlheinz Böhm, Rudolf Vogel, Ellen Schwiers, Lucie Englisch, Manfred Kunst, Barbara Gallauner, Hans Jürgen Diedrich
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What is "Crook and the Cross" about?
With the help of God, the loveable safecracker Paul Wittkowski – aka “Cracker-Paulie” – manages to escape the clutches of the cops. He dresses up as a priest and ends up in a village, whose pastor is in dispute with an influential businessman. To help the pastor and a young widow, Paulie has to use his own special abilities. This work leads him back to the path of righteousness. He contacts the police and, after serving his time, starts a new life with the widow.
When was "Crook and the Cross" released?
Crook and the Cross was released in 1960.
Who stars in "Crook and the Cross"?
The cast includes Gert Fröbe, Karlheinz Böhm, Rudolf Vogel, Ellen Schwiers.
