Martha

1974 · directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder

Rating
78/100
Hit
no

After the death of her abusive father, lonely librarian Martha finds herself caught up in a strange, sadomasochistic relationship with a monstrous husband whom she begins to suspect may be trying to murder her.

Martha (1974), directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder, rates 78/100. See how its director, cast and crew rate across their careers.

Cast

  • Margit Carstensen
  • Karlheinz Böhm
  • Barbara Valentin
  • Peter Chatel
  • Gisela Fackeldey
  • Adrian Hoven
  • Ortrud Beginnen
  • Wolfgang Schenck
  • Günter Lamprecht
  • El Hedi ben Salem

Crew

More from Rainer Werner Fassbinder

  1. Ali: Fear Eats the Soul (1974) — 87/100 · hit
  2. The Marriage of Maria Braun (1979) — 83/100 · hit
  3. Lola (1981) — 80/100 · hit
  4. Katzelmacher (1969) — 80/100 · hit
  5. Why Does Herr R. Run Amok? (1970) — 80/100 · hit
  6. The Merchant of Four Seasons (1972) — 80/100 · hit

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