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S1·E3 A Hammer Blow to the Head Can Injure the Soul

Episode
Season 1, Episode 3
Air Date
October 20, 1980
Runtime
59 minutes
Director
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Writer
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired October 20, 1980 59 min
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Synopsis

Troubled by the dubious nature of Franz's job, Lina introduces him to family friend Otto Lüders, who turns out to be an ex-con he knows from prison, but Franz thinks Otto is good. With him, Franz begins selling shoelaces. In the first apartment, he spends time with a widow whose deceased husband he closely resembles. Later, to Otto, he reports having sex with the widow. Otto visits the widow, expecting the same, but she feels threatened and rejects him. Otto demands money and steals from her. When Franz goes back to the widow, happily expecting another tryst, she slams the door on him. Franz vanishes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 1 Episode 3 of Berlin Alexanderplatz air?

Season 1, Episode 3 ('A Hammer Blow to the Head Can Injure the Soul') originally aired on October 20, 1980.

How long is Season 1 Episode 3 ('A Hammer Blow to the Head Can Injure the Soul')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 59 minutes.

What happens in Berlin Alexanderplatz Season 1 Episode 3?

Troubled by the dubious nature of Franz's job, Lina introduces him to family friend Otto Lüders, who turns out to be an ex-con he knows from prison, but Franz thinks Otto is good. With him, Franz begins selling shoelaces. In the first apartment, he spends time with a widow whose deceased husband he ...

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