The model initially abandons his mentor, but their relationship is far from over. The lives of an aging, famous gay painter (Benjamin Christensen) and his young model/lover (Walter Slezak) are disturbed by a beautiful princess (Nora Gregor). German intertitles with English subtitles A highly acclaimed and once controversial landmark drama directed by Leontine Sagan.
When their feelings for each other are openly revealed, the headmistress (Emilia Unda) intervenes with nearly tragic results. At an oppressive all-girl boarding school, a sensitive student (Hertha Thiele) and a compassionate teacher (Dorothea Wieck) form an illicit relationship.
