Welcome address by Heleen Gerritsen (Artistic director, Deutsche Kinemathek)
In German and English

On a night express train, detective Harry Peel (actor Piel’s frequent alter ego on the big screen) gets caught up in criminal activities. During a long journey through the night, Peel pulls out all the stops, uncoupling carriages, fighting under the chassis and jumping onto the train roof. Spectacular stunts, intense night shots and Piel’s legendary charm, accentuated by the film’s beautiful tint, show how the Düsseldorf filmmaker once captivated the world.

G 1925, Harry Piel, 86 min, OV
Live music: Udo Erdenreich, Karen Thastum and Dieter Kölsch
Introduction: Andreas Thein (Filmmuseum Düsseldorf)
In English