Movie·1934·2h 1m
Mother and Child
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5.6Drama
Synopsis
Consul Petersen and his wife are desperate, because they lost their only child and canât have another. At the same time, the maid Anna is expecting a child, whose father, Jurgen, works in a sawmill. When both of them lose their jobs, they fear they wonât be able to feed the newborn. Thus, they strike a deal with the Petersens, which works for both couples: Anna and Jurgen will receive a farm from the Petersens, free and clear; and the two will allow the Petersens to adopt the child. Anna and Jurgen marry and are quite happy; but when the child is finally born, Anna doesnât wish to surrender him and flees with the child into the Wattenmeer.
Where to watch
Not currently available to stream in United States.
