Melanie van der Straaten has the courage to separate from her wealthy, unloved husband and settle down with a new partner, defying all societal restrictions, in humble living circumstances. When her first husband blackmails her after the divorce with the children, Melanie faces her new life with pain and dignity.
| Release Date | April 30, 1982 | |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Released | |
| Original Title | Melanie van der Straaten | |
| Runtime | 2h 3min | |
| Budget | — | |
| Revenue | — | |
| Language | German | |
| Original Language | German | |
| Production Countries | East Germany | |
| Production Companies | Fernsehen der DDR | |