by Eleanor Mannikka
synopsis
The pitfalls of idolizing the green god of money are tritely and predictably displayed in this drama by Alfred Vohrer. Jupp Grapsch (Gert Froebe) and his wife Lisbeth (veteran actress Luise Ulrich) have valiantly struggled for years to survive when Jupp finally strikes it rich and they can luxuriate in their newfound life. But life after poverty is not what the couple had in mind -- Jupp ends up divorcing Lisbeth and leaving her and the children because he has fallen for a younger woman. His betrayal soon backfires though, when his new love starts to have a change of heart.
characteristics
- Marriage
- Love-conquers-all
- Happiness
