Man of Straw (1972)
Synopsis
A politically ambitious man rises to power in a German provincial town at the end of the nineteenth century.
First Air Date: 1972-01-30
Last Air Date: 1972-03-05
Number of Seasons: 1
Number of Episodes: 6
Networks: BBC One
Top Cast
- Derek Jacobi as Diederich Hessling
- John Phillips as Dr. Heuteufel
- Judy Cornwell as Guste Daimchen
- John Savident as Von Wulckow
- Dave Hill as Napoleon Fischer
Seasons
None (1972)
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Episodes:
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Ep. 1: Esprit De Corps
A young Hessling arrives in Berlin to study chemistry It quickly becomes clear that his strict moral code is carefully managed to meet actual circumstance The rigours of the student corp are negotiated, but life brings further exploration.
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Ep. 2: Young Love
His military career cut short, Heslling returns to Berlin to complete his studies and obtain his doctorate. He attracts the admiration of young Agnes Göppel, but the Call of honour dictates he must deny her virtue for a higher path.
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Ep. 3: Upholders of Morality
Having inherited his father's factory, Hessling begins work on his vision for it's future. A meeting with a fellow 'Old Teutonian' helps to smoothly navigate some of the many challenges that will lie ahead.
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Ep. 4: Imperial Justice
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Ep. 5: A Suitable Match
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Ep. 6: A Loyal Subject
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