The Emperor of California (1936)

Name: The Emperor of California
Genre: Drama, Western
Released: 1936
Duration: 97 min
Rating: 5.6
Cast: Luis Trenker, Viktoria von Ballasko, Elise Aulinger, Bernhard Minetti, Werner Kunig

1h 37m Germany

Drama Western

Plot

Johann Augustus Sutter's journey unfolds as he navigates the highs and lows of fortune during the California Gold Rush of 1848. As the proprietor of Sutter's Mill, he becomes an emblematic figure in this transformative period, witnessing the influx of fortune-seekers drawn by the promise of gold. The narrative explores Sutter's ambitions, his struggles with the changing landscape, and the impact of his enterprise on both his life and the burgeoning state of California. The film captures a pivotal moment in history, where dreams of wealth collide with harsh realities.

Cast

Luis Trenker Viktoria von Ballasko Elise Aulinger Bernhard Minetti Werner Kunig Hans Zesch-Ballot Marcella Albani Walter Franck Reginald Pasch August Eichhorn Luis Gerold Paul Verhoeven Melanie Horeschowsky Berta Drews Alexander Golling

The Emperor of California (1936)

Plot

Cast

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