A Foreign Affair(1948)
Director:
Billy Wilder
In occupied Berlin, an army captain is torn between an ex-Nazi café singer and the U.S. congresswoman investigating her.
A Foreign Affair
Details
In Det hände i Berlin (1948), a congressional committee travels to occupied Berlin to investigate the morals of American soldiers. Congresswoman Phoebe Frost is shocked by the evidence of human frailty she encounters during her visit. She hears rumors that Erika, a cafe singer and former mistress of a wanted war criminal, is being protected by an American officer.
Disturbed by these allegations, Congresswoman Frost enlists the help of Captain John Pringle to locate the officer responsible for Erika's protection. Little does she know that Pringle is actually Erika's lover, creating a complex and tangled web of relationships.
As they embark on their mission, Congresswoman Frost and Captain Pringle navigate through the city and its inhabitants, discovering the harsh realities of war-torn Berlin. The film explores the themes of love, betrayal, and the moral conflicts faced by individuals in challenging circumstances.
Directed by Richard Wallace, Det hände i Berlin offers a gripping and thought-provoking portrayal of post-war Berlin and the complex relationships that emerge amidst the chaos and devastation. With stellar performances by the cast and a compelling storyline, this film will keep viewers on the edge of their seats as they witness the power struggles and emotional turmoil faced by its characters.
Disturbed by these allegations, Congresswoman Frost enlists the help of Captain John Pringle to locate the officer responsible for Erika's protection. Little does she know that Pringle is actually Erika's lover, creating a complex and tangled web of relationships.
As they embark on their mission, Congresswoman Frost and Captain Pringle navigate through the city and its inhabitants, discovering the harsh realities of war-torn Berlin. The film explores the themes of love, betrayal, and the moral conflicts faced by individuals in challenging circumstances.
Directed by Richard Wallace, Det hände i Berlin offers a gripping and thought-provoking portrayal of post-war Berlin and the complex relationships that emerge amidst the chaos and devastation. With stellar performances by the cast and a compelling storyline, this film will keep viewers on the edge of their seats as they witness the power struggles and emotional turmoil faced by its characters.