A young horse lover falls in love with the handsome vet who looks after a special racehorse. But before the two can be happy together, there are a lot of obstacles in their way.
Cinematography
Stunning 1949 racetrack sequences that put modern sports films to shame.
Costume
Hannelore Schroth's riding outfits are devastatingly tailored.
Director
Roger von Norman
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Made during Germany's Trümmerfilm era, using horse racing as escapist metaphor for national rebuilding.
Willy Fritsch was already a massive Weimar-era star; this was his attempt at serious post-war reinvention.