The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant (1972)

Sex is the ultimate weapon.

Petra von Kant is a successful fashion designer -- arrogant, caustic, and self-satisfied. She mistreats Marlene (her secretary, maid, and co-designer). Enter Karin, a 23-year-old beauty who wants to be a model. Petra falls in love with Karin and invites her to move in.

Genres: Drama, Romance

Stars: Margit Carstensen, Hanna Schygulla, Katrin Schaake, Eva Mattes, Gisela Fackeldey

Release Date: 1972-10-05

Country: Germany

Ratings: 7.4 / 10 (228 votes)

Runtime: 124 mins