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All the books by Rainer Werner Fassbinder adapted to cinema and television
Rainer Werner Fassbinder is known for being the author of the book The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant, first published in 1972, which was adapted to cinema by Rainer Werner Fassbinder in 1972.
Below, we present a ranked list, from best to worst, of 2 movies and TV series based on titles by Rainer Werner Fassbinder. Revisit old favorites or discover hidden gems, whether books or film productions. We invite you to watch, read, and vote for any title, joining the debate of whether the book or the movie is better.
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant
Rainer Werner Fassbinder, 1972
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Rainer Werner Fassbinder, 1972
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. The rest of the film deals with the emotions of this affair and its aftermath.
The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant
Rainer Werner Fassbinder, 1972
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François Ozon, 2022
Peter von Kant is a successful film director. He lives with his assistant Karl, whom he likes to mistreat and humiliate. Sidonie is the great actor who was his muse for many years. She introduces him to Amir, a handsome young man of modest means. Peter falls in love with Amir on the spot and offers to share his apartment with him and help him break into the film industry.