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SEX IN CHAINS

Geschlecht in Fesseln

Directed by William Dieterle
Germany, 1928
Drama, LGBTQ+, Silent
  • 107107 minutes

Synopsis

Franz Sommer is sent to jail for three years when he inadvertently kills a man who made advances to his wife. When they are separated, both seek solace elsewhere. Whilst his wife has an affair with her boss, Franz is drawn towards one of his cell mates.

Synopsis

Franz Sommer is sent to jail for three years when he inadvertently kills a man who made advances to his wife. When they are separated, both seek solace elsewhere. Whilst his wife has an affair with her boss, Franz is drawn towards one of his cell mates.