Movie Description

Mazeppa, der Volksheld der Ukraine

(1919)

Overview

The film tells the story of Ivan Mazeppa, a Ukrainian page at the Polish court who has an affair with the young wife of a much older count. Outraged when he learns of the incident, the nobleman has Mazeppa tied naked to a wild horse which is then released into the wilderness. The bulk of the poem describes the long hazardous journey during which Mazeppa almost dies twice but ultimately survives and returns to his native Ukraine.

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Original TitleMazeppa, der Volksheld der Ukraine

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1919-07-01

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 25m

Production CompaniesB-Z-Film GmbH

Genres

  • Drama
  • History