The read
It runs a compact 1h 23m.
Synopsis
A group of physicians sets out on an international expedition to study the causes and spread of sexually transmitted diseases. Through encounters across Europe and Africa, the film examines how modern lifestyles, social change, and human behavior intersect with public health. Presented as a semi-documentary drama, it delivers a stark warning about a global medical and moral challenge.
Ratings
IMDb6/10
3 audience votes
Key crew
- Hermann WallbrückDirector
- Hermann WallbrückScreenplay
- Karl SchröderOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Aleksandar GavrićProfessor Alexander
- Ruth GassmannDr. Esters
- Peter HeimDr. Jensen
- Manrik SchumacherDr. Beuron
- Ingrid BoyerBlind Passenger
- Dunja RajterJenny
- Maria RohmProstitute