Friedrich Schiller, a respected baker in Einbeck, enjoys a seemingly idyllic life with his wife and nine children. As he approaches his silver wedding anniversary, he nearly succumbs to a fleeting liaison with a spirited woman named Lollo. Though the episode ends harmlessly, it awakens a crisis of conscience in Friedrich, threatening the harmony of his devoted family.
Acting
Heinz Erhardt's befuddled everyman is peak German dad energy.
Production
The bakery set looks delicious enough to lick.
Director
Erich Engels
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Heinz Erhardt was West Germany's beloved 'chaotic good' comedian; this role cemented his 'harried family man' archetype for a generation.
Director Erich Engels recycled this 'tempted husband' plot across multiple films; the bakery setting was reportedly chosen because flour makes people look saintly under lighting.
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