Forbidden Paradise (1958)

The True Story of the Origin of the Sun Worshippers

Combining documentary elements with a playful narrative, the film explores the evolution of bathing culture and social morals in Germany. Set in a summer resort where traditional values clash with more liberal attitudes, it humorously reflects on changing views of decency, freedom, and modern life.

Cast (17)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

Wolfgang Lukschy

Prof. Wetterstein

Jan Hendriks

Theo Krailing

Ingeborg Schöner

Elsa Krailing

Lutz Moik

Karl Wetterstein

Siegfried Breuer Jr.

Thomas Sund

Günter Pfitzmann

Assessor Dr. Linde

Bruno Fritz

Max Dettmann

E

Eve Dietrich

Margit Wetterstein

Siegfried Schürenberg

Direktor Krailing

B

Brigitte Olm

Inge Dettmann

Alexa von Porembsky

Frau Dettmann

K

Käte Alving

Elfriede Krailing

Sigurd Lohde

M

Martin Berliner

Zeitungsverleger

Rolf Moebius

Amtsrichter

W

Wolf Harnisch

Georg Thomalla

Erzähler

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