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Execution. A Study of Mary

‘Exekution. A Study of Mary’, FRG 1979, directed by Elfie Mikesch, 27 min, with English subtitles, rating: ab 6

The story of Mary Stuart, which is marked by violence, betrayal and death, is shown in this moving photo story as a failed attempt at emancipation. Although the expressive black-and-white photos only capture individual moments of her gruesome narrative, an action-packed dynamic develop in the editing process. 

Featuring: Magdalena Montezuma, La Milli, Berrit von Bohlen, Polo Espinoza, Frank Ripploh, Frank Soletti

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