Der Mustergatte (1937)

Synopsis of Der Mustergatte

Avery Hopwood's stage farce Fair and Warmer was effectively Germanized in 1937 as Der Mustergatte. Fed up with faithless boyfriends, Margret (Leni Mahrenbach) impulsively accepts a marriage proposal from young businessman Bartlett (Heinz Ruhmann). He proves to be a loyal and steadfast husband -- too loyal and steadfast, as it turns out. Realizing that his wife is bored silly by his sexual conservatism, Bartlett vows to cut loose and play the field -- thereby becoming a much more desirable spouse. The film's highlight is a drunk scene, masterfully played for all it's worth by the talented Heinz Ruhmann. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

Director(s):

Wolfgang Liebeneiner

Writer(s):

Heinz Rühmann, Hans Albin

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