Ghosts Before Breakfast

Hans Richter, noted for his abstract shorts, has everyday objects rebelling against their daily routine.

Cast

Werner Graeff

Walter Gronostay

Paul Hindemith

Darius Milhaud

Madeleine Milhaud

Jean Oser

Willi Pferdekamp

Hans Richter

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