It was designed to be broadcast on German television. It was shot on 16mm film for TV exhibition. When it came to the States, theaters would screen one or two parts a night for a week or more.
In late-1920s Berlin, Franz Biberkopf is released from prison and vows to go straight. However, he soon finds himself embroiled in the city's criminal underworld.
Who are the characters in Berlin Alexanderplatz?
Bruno, Cilly, Eva, Franz Biberkopf, Fränze, Frau Bast, Frau Pums, Gottfried Meck, Herbert, Ida, and others
What genre is Berlin Alexanderplatz?
Crime Drama, Crime, and Drama
How many awards has Berlin Alexanderplatz won?
2 awards
How many awards has Berlin Alexanderplatz been nominated for?
6 nominations
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