Direction: Axel von Ambesser

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Axel von Ambesser. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Direction Axel von Ambesser

Cast Liselotte Pulver · O.W. Fischer · Lex Barker · Ann Smyrner

Synopsis Breakfast in Bed (1963) follows the story of a newspaper editor's wife who becomes increasingly weary of his constant and prolonged absences. As her husband's dedication to his work leaves her feeling neglected, she finds herself grappling with loneliness and...

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Direction Rolf Thiele · Axel von Ambesser · Alfred Weidenmann

Cast Nadja Tiller · Anita Ekberg · Catherine Deneuve · Curd Jürgens

Synopsis Who Wants to Sleep? (1965) is a film that presents four distinct and provocative stories. The first narrative revolves around Angela, who, feeling unfulfilled by her husband, pretends to sleepwalk to visit her neighbor every night. The second tale introduces...

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Direction Axel von Ambesser

Cast Liselotte Pulver · Helmut Schmid · Dietmar Schönherr · Peter Vogel

Synopsis Kohlhiesel's Daughters (1962) follows the story of a landlord named Kohlhiesl and his two daughters, Lisel and Gretel, who are as different as night and day. Lisel, the elder sister, is portrayed as awkward and clumsy, while Gretel is depicted...

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Direction Axel von Ambesser

Cast Heidi Brühl · Christiane Nielsen · Senta Berger · Christiane Maybach

Synopsis Eine hübscher als die andere (1961) follows the story of a wealthy playboy named Pitt, who openly displays his wealth and affection towards three different women. When Pitt commissions the same dress for all three, he faces the ire of...

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Direction Axel von Ambesser

Cast Heinz Rühmann · Wera Frydtberg · Gert Fröbe · Bruni Löbel

Synopsis Der Pauker (1958) follows the story of Dr. Hermann Seidel, a strict and disciplined educator who finds his teaching methods and beliefs challenged when he transitions from a small-town school to a larger urban institution. The shift in environment forces...

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Direction Axel von Ambesser

Cast Heinz Rühmann · Rudolf Forster · Grit Boettcher · Ruth-Maria Kubitschek

Synopsis Er kann's nicht lassen (1962) follows the story of Father Brown, who, despite being assigned to a remote island by his bishop, finds himself entangled in a criminal investigation. The plot thickens when a renowned artist's painting, discovered in a...

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