The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant (Film), released 1972 — adapted from The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.
Petra von Kant is a successful fashion designer -- arrogant, caustic, and self-satisfied. She mistreats Marlene (her secretary, maid, and co-designer). Enter Karin, a 23-year-old beauty who wants to be a model. Petra falls in love with Karin and invites her to move in.
Starring Margit Carstensen, Hanna Schygulla, Katrin Schaake, Eva Mattes, Gisela Fackeldey.
Directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.
