In the final act ("Train Station Reconciliation"): A heated argument leads to a raw confession of love. At the train station, Konstantin reverses his decision to leave and rescues Ariane onto the departing train, securing their future together.

Ariane (1931) — AI Story Visualization

Name: Ariane
Genre: comedy, romance
Released: 1931
Rating: 5.7

Plot Analysis Summary

A young woman's journey from naive courtship to heartbreak, revenge, and ultimate emotional reconciliation.

Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

Zurich Opera Encounter

Italian Holiday & Betrayal

Berlin Return & Vengeance

Train Station Reconciliation

Ariane was Hungarian director Paul Czinner's first talking picture. Starring in the title role is Czinner's charming wife, Elizabeth Bergner, likewise making her talkie debut. Young, naive Ariane sets herself for an emotional fall when she falls in love with Konstantin (Rudolf Forster), a much older and very married businessman. For his part, Konstantin regards the girl as just another harmless fling -- until he realizes a shade too late that he's really in love with her after all. Filmed in German, Ariane was simultaneously lensed in an English-language version, The Loves of Ariane.

Directed by

Paul Czinner

Key Cast

Elisabeth Bergner — Ariane Kusnetzowa
Rudolf Forster — Konstantin Michael
Annemarie Steinsieck — Tante Warwara
Theodor Loos — Lehrer Dr. Adameit
Hertha Guthmar — Olga

Rating: 5.7/10 (6 votes)