The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant — Official Trailer

Synopsis

Petra von Kant is a successful fashion designer -- arrogant, caustic, and self-satisfied. She mistreats Marlene (her secretary, maid, and co-designer). Enter Karin, a 23-year-old beauty who wants to be a model. Petra falls in love with Karin and invites her to move in.

Cast & Crew

Directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder

• Margit Carstensen
  as Petra von Kant
• Hanna Schygulla
  as Karin Thimm
• Katrin Schaake
  as Sidonie von Grasenabb
• Eva Mattes
  as Gabriele von Kant
• Gisela Fackeldey
  as Valerie von Kant
• Irm Hermann
  as Marlene

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