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Bernarda Albas Haus

1957

80 minutes

DramaTV Movie

Overview

A domineering, reclusive and ostentatiously pious widow in a small Spanish town keeps such close watch on her daughters that they are unable to have normal social lives. However, the eldest is allowed to become engaged to an unprincipled young man, primarily for the financial advantages it will bring the mother, Bernarda. Jealousy and envy ensues among the other daughters.

Top Cast

Elisabeth Flickenschildt headshot

Elisabeth Flickenschildt

Bernarda Alba

Agnes Fink headshot

Agnes Fink

Martirio

Lina Carstens headshot

Lina Carstens

La Poncia