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Die Bertinis

1988·Show
5Episodes in1Season
63
DecentGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Violence4
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

History, a real life story, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and storytelling

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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About

The story of the life and survival of a half-Jewish family in Germany from 1882 to 1945. The focus is on the family of the failed pianist and conductor Alf Bertini and his Jewish wife Lea Lehmberg. They live in poor conditions in Hamburg and fight to give their children a better life until Hitler seizes power.
Historical Family SagaAutobiographical DramaWorld War II EraPolitical PersecutionSocial CommentaryCharacter-Driven NarrativeEmotional DepthResilience and SurvivalGerman-Italian HistoryHumanitarian Themes

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Is Die Bertinis worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 8.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Die Bertinis rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Die Bertinis have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 5 episodes of about 90 minutes each.

Is Die Bertinis based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did Die Bertinis air?

It ran from 1988 to 1988 and has ended.

What language is Die Bertinis in?

German

It was made in German. Produced in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France.