The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant

About The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant

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.

Where to Watch

Stream on The Criterion Channel, Kanopy, HBO (Via Hulu), Max. Rent on Amazon, Fandango at Home, AppleTV (cheapest: $3.59). Buy on Amazon, Fandango at Home, AppleTV (cheapest: $14.99).

Cast & Crew

Directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder

Starring Margit Carstensen, Hanna Schygulla, Katrin Schaake, Eva Mattes, Gisela Fackeldey

Produced by Filmverlag der Autoren