Joseph von Sternberg's classic rocketed Marlene Dietrich to instant international stardom. It focuses on a proper schoolmaster played by Emil Jennings, drawn to a cabaret favored by his male students. There, he glimpses – and grows obsessed with – striptease artist Lola Frohlich. The straight-laced teacher loses his reputation, employment and ultimately his dignity as he vainly attempts to free himself from her vortex.
Blue Angel, c.1930, Coloration on Fine LinenParamount Pictures American (c.1912 - ) |
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Joseph von Sternberg's classic rocketed Marlene Dietrich to instant international stardom. It focuses on a proper schoolmaster played by Emil Jennings, drawn to a cabaret favored by his male students. There, he glimpses – and grows obsessed with – striptease artist Lola Frohlich. The straight-laced teacher loses his reputation, employment and ultimately his dignity as he vainly attempts to free himself from her vortex. |
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