The Burning Soil (1922)
Storyline
When farmer Rog dies, his eldest Peter takes over the farm while his youngest Johannes is determined for a better life: he becomes secretary to Count Rudenberg and starts courting his daughter Gerda. When he learns that the Count, who is terminally ill, has bequeathed a piece of land under which lies a petroleum field to his second wife, he courts her instead.
Movie Details
| Original title | Der brennende Acker |
|---|---|
| Release date | Mar 3, 1922 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | revenge, love, greed, suicide, class differences |
FAQ
What is The Burning Soil about?
When farmer Rog dies, his eldest Peter takes over the farm while his youngest Johannes is determined for a better life: he becomes secretary to Count Rudenberg and starts courting his daughter Gerda. When he learns that the Count, who is terminally ill, has bequeathed a piece of land under which lies a petroleum field to his second wife, he courts her instead.
When was The Burning Soil released?
The Burning Soil was released on Mar 3, 1922 (status: Released).
Who directed The Burning Soil?
F. W. Murnau directed The Burning Soil.
What is the TMDB rating of The Burning Soil?
The Burning Soil has a TMDB rating of 6.3/10 from 25 votes.