Carnival Story
“The Story of a Woman's Shame!”
1954•NR•1h 35m•4.6•Released
Drama
In search of a better life, a German girl named Willi joins an American carnival passing through Munich. While traveling from town to town, she is torn between two suitors: cruel carnival barker Joe and kindhearted high-dive artist Frank. Frank gets the upper hand when he asks Willi to join his act. The partners soon become the most popular attraction at the carnival. But tragedy is only a slip away.
Director
Kurt Neumann
Writer
Hans Jacoby, Kurt Neumann
Languages
English, German
Studio
Westia Film
Cast
Anne Baxter
Willi
Steve Cochran
Joe Hammond
Lyle Bettger
Frank Colloni
George Nader
Bill Vines
Jay C. Flippen
Charley Grayson
Helene Stanley
Peggy
Ady Berber
Groppo
Anni Trautner
Bearded Lady (uncredited)
Jadin Wong
Chinese Dancer (uncredited)
Production
Company
Westia Film
Company
King Brothers Productions
Producer
Maurice King
Producer
Frank King
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