Und stets kam was dazwischen

About This Movie

Well, 'Und stets kam was dazwischen' from 1917 is quite the curiosity. It has this intriguing, almost elusive quality, primarily due to the director being unknown, which adds a layer of mystery to its provenance. The tone seems to balance between light-heartedness and some subtle undercurrents of drama. You can feel that early 20th-century vibe in its pacing; it meanders at times but captures a certain charm that’s unique to that era. The performances, while dated by today's standards, have their own kind of sincerity that you can't help but appreciate. The practical effects, probably rudimentary, have a certain charm, giving it a distinctive flavor that modern films sometimes lack. It’s a piece of film history that reflects a bygone era in a way that many contemporary films don’t quite capture.

This film is relatively scarce in circulation, likely due to its age and the lack of comprehensive archival efforts at the time. It has appeared in a few silent film compilations and is often discussed among collectors for its enigmatic attributes. Interest seems to be growing in silent cinema, and this title represents an intriguing piece of that puzzle, appealing to those who appreciate the nuances of early filmmaking.