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The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant

Original title: Die bitteren Tränen der Petra von Kant

“Sex is the ultimate weapon.”

★ 7.4 TMDB Rating · 244 votes

Petra von Kant is a successful fashion designer -- arrogant, caustic, and self-satisfied. She mistreats Marlene (her secretary, maid, and co-designer). Enter Karin, a 23-year-old beauty who wants to be a model. Petra falls in love with Karin and invites her to move in.

Release date
Oct 5, 1972
Original language
German
Origin
Germany

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United States
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United Kingdom
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Canada
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The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant release dates by country

The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant was released in cinemas on Jun 11, 1976 (United States).

World premiere: Jun 25, 1972 (Berlin International Film Festival)

CountryIn cinemasDigitalAge rating
United StatesJun 11, 1976 (limited)——
GermanyOct 5, 1972——
DenmarkFeb 8, 1974 (limited)—15
FinlandOct 5, 1972 (limited)—K-18
SwedenOct 5, 1972—15
BelgiumNov 9, 1973 (limited)——
FranceApr 24, 1974—U
SpainSep 24, 1976 (limited)——

Digital = first release online to rent, buy or stream. Dates as reported to TMDB.

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