Gesche's Poison
Jan 01, 1998 · 1h 35m
Director
Walburg von WaldenfelsOverview
A psychological portrait loosely based on the true story of Gesche Gottfried who became notorious in 19th century Bremen for killing fifteen people with arsenic. Known by her neighbors and friends as a merciful Christian, loving mother and devoted wife, she poisoned within fifteen years her parents, her brother, two husbands, three children and numerous friends. When caught, she never denied her deeds, but could not give any reason.
Cast of Gesche's Poison
Crew of Gesche's Poison
About Gesche's Poison
What is Gesche's Poison about?
A psychological portrait loosely based on the true story of Gesche Gottfried who became notorious in 19th century Bremen for killing fifteen people with arsenic. Known by her neighbors and friends as a merciful Christian, loving mother and devoted wife, she poisoned within fifteen years her parents, her brother, two husbands, three children and numerous friends. When caught, she never denied her…
When was Gesche's Poison released?
Gesche's Poison was released on January 1, 1998.
How long is Gesche's Poison?
Gesche's Poison runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).
Who directed Gesche's Poison?
Gesche's Poison was directed by Walburg von Waldenfels.
Who is in the cast of Gesche's Poison?
The cast of Gesche's Poison includes Geno Lechner (Gesche Gottfried), Stefan Kurt (Gottfried), Margit Carstensen (Mutter Timm), Sylvester Groth (Johann Timm) and Thomas Anzenhofer (Theodor).