…Only a Comedian

"...nur ein Komödiant" (...Only a Comedian) is a 1935 German historical drama film set in the Rococo era (1730-1780). The film tells the story of a young countess, Beate von Dörnberg, who becomes a lady-in-waiting at the court of Duke Karl Theodor. Beate's journey from lady-in-waiting to duchess is intertwined with the Duke's disinterest in governing and his minister Creven's corrupt practices. The film also explores themes of acting, social class, and the impact of war.