Zechmeister
Jan 01, 1981 · 1h 19m
Director
Angela SummerederOverview
The authentic story of Maria Zechmeister who lived in an Upper Austrian village and was convicted of the murder of her husband. There was no evidence and no confession. Only rumors. Maria and the witnesses re-enact the trial before the camera. They tell about the marriage, the time the husband was a prisoner of war and his return from captivity. If he really had been poisoned or if she was a victim of injustice remains open. Maria Zechmeister was pardoned after serving 17 years in prison and lives in an isolated house at the outskirts of the village.
Cast of Zechmeister
Crew of Zechmeister
About Zechmeister
What is Zechmeister about?
The authentic story of Maria Zechmeister who lived in an Upper Austrian village and was convicted of the murder of her husband. There was no evidence and no confession. Only rumors. Maria and the witnesses re-enact the trial before the camera. They tell about the marriage, the time the husband was a prisoner of war and his return from captivity. If he really had been poisoned or if she was a…
When was Zechmeister released?
Zechmeister was released on January 1, 1981.
How long is Zechmeister?
Zechmeister runs 1 hour 19 minutes (79 minutes).
Who directed Zechmeister?
Zechmeister was directed by Angela Summereder.
Who is in the cast of Zechmeister?
The cast of Zechmeister includes Maria Zechmeister (herself), Rosa Renetzeder-Zeichmeister (herself), Herbert Adamec (defense cousel), Asher Menselssohn (district attorney) and Claudia Schneider (speaker).