Mädchen hinter Gittern

The inmates of a reformatory for underage girls have had turbulent pasts: prostitution, crime, violence, and drugs dominated their lives. One of these young women is the rebellious Karin, who lets no one get close to her. Only the young pastor Johannes manages to reach her, bringing Karin's mysterious and sad past to light.

Cast

Heidelinde Weis

as Karin

Harald Leipnitz

as Johannes Skornia

Harry Riebauer

as Frank Albin

Sabine Bethmann

as Frl. König

Adelheid Seeck

as Dr. Harzeck

Ursula Herking

as Josefa

Ellen Umlauf

as Frl. Kant

Elke Aberle

as Uschi

Uta Levka

as Martina

Brigitte Freyer

as Monika

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