Regine (1935) — AI Story Visualization

Plot Analysis Summary

The supplied plot follows Regine from a new marriage and domestic hopes into a family crisis that ends with unanswered questions at a police summons.

Story Structure — 5 Plot Phases

The Dam Celebration

The Arizona Dam is completed after five years of collective labor, and the workers celebrate. Frank is praised, answers a reporter's questions about home, and draws Floris's attention.

Key Events

• Arizona Dam Completed — After five years of collective labor, the dam is completed. Characters: Frank Reynold Location: Arizona Dam
• Workers Celebrate — The workers celebrate the completed dam, and Frank is praised for his generosity. Characters: Frank Reynold, Floris Bell Location: Dam celebration
• Reporter Questions Frank — A German reporter asks Frank about his family and whether he plans to return home. Characters: Frank Reynold Location: Dam celebration
• Frank Describes His Family — Frank says he has not visited home and has only an uncle somewhere in southern Germany. Characters: Frank Reynold Location: Dam celebration
• Floris Seeks Frank — Floris seeks Frank's company, prompting observers to notice her interest and the jealousy it causes. Characters: Floris Bell, Frank Reynold Location: Dam celebration

A Marriage Takes Shape

Regine shares her hopes for a small home and marriage with Frank. Their relationship develops into marriage, and Frank introduces her to Floris as his wife.

Key Events

• Floris Seeks Frank — Floris seeks Frank's company, prompting observers to notice her interest and the jealousy it causes. Characters: Floris Bell, Frank Reynold Location: Dam celebration
• Regine Confides Her Hopes — Regine tells Frank she wants a small home and marriage to someone she likes. Characters: Regine, Frank Reynold Location: Unspecified quiet setting
• Frank Marries Regine — Frank and Regine are married; by the later introduction, they have been married for fourteen days. Characters: Regine, Frank Reynold Location: Unspecified
• Frank Introduces His Wife — Frank introduces Regine to Floris as his wife. Characters: Regine, Frank Reynold, Floris Bell Location: Social gathering

Waiting for Frank

Regine prefers Frank's company and receives a telegram while he is away. Its reassurance that he is returning sooner than expected precedes a night when she is alone and the anticipated gathering is not taking place.

Key Events

• Regine Chooses Frank's Company — Regine would rather spend time with Frank than attend events without him. Characters: Regine, Frank Reynold Location: Unspecified social setting
• Reassuring Telegram Arrives — While Frank is away, a telegram says he is returning sooner than expected and all is well. Characters: Regine, Frank Reynold Location: Regine's residence
• Regine Is Left Alone — Regine is alone at night with a visitor and discovers the expected gathering is not happening. Characters: Regine Location: Regine's residence

Keller's Desperate Visit

A visitor asks to stay on Regine's sofa before Keller arrives in distress, saying he must leave because people are pursuing him. Regine gives him money and a coat, but he blames her when she cannot give more and escapes.

Key Events

• Visitor Requests the Sofa — The visitor asks to stay on Regine's sofa, but their conversation is interrupted. Characters: Regine Location: Regine's residence
• Keller Arrives in Distress — Regine's brother arrives distressed and says he must leave because people are pursuing him. Characters: Regine, Keller Location: Regine's residence
• Regine Gives What She Can — Keller demands money and a coat; Regine gives him what she can. Characters: Regine, Keller Location: Regine's residence
• Keller Blames Regine and Escapes — When Regine has no more money, Keller blames her and escapes. Characters: Regine, Keller Location: Regine's residence

Summoned as a Witness

The Berlin Chief of Police summons Regine in the matter of Robert Keller. Police ask whether her brother has contacted her, but the available dialogue ends before she answers or the consequences are known.

Key Events

• Police Summons Regine — The Chief of Police summons Regine as a witness in the matter of Robert Keller. Characters: Regine, Keller Location: Berlin police office
• Police Ask About Contact — Police ask whether Keller has tried to contact Regine; the available dialogue ends before she answers. Characters: Regine, Keller Location: Berlin police office

Story Breakdown

• Dam Celebration — The completed Arizona Dam provides the setting for Frank's public recognition and Floris's attention.
  • Workers Celebrate — The workers celebrate after five years of collective labor.
  • Frank's Reputation — Frank is praised for his generosity toward the men around him.
• Frank's Past — A reporter asks Frank about his family and possible return to Germany.
  • Reporter Questions — The reporter asks about Frank's family and plans.
  • Distant Family — Frank says he has not visited home and mentions an uncle in southern Germany.
• Floris's Interest — Floris seeks Frank's company while those around them notice her interest and the jealousy it causes.
  • Seeking Frank — Floris approaches Frank at the celebration.
  • Jealous Reactions — Observers notice the jealousy associated with her interest.
• Regine's Hopes — Regine confides that she wants a modest home and marriage to someone she likes.
  • Quiet Conversation — Regine speaks with Frank about what she wants.
  • A Small Home — She describes her hope for a small home and a loving marriage.
• Newlywed Life — Frank and Regine are married, and Regine favors spending time with him.
  • Wife Introduced — Frank introduces Regine to Floris as his wife.
  • Time Together — Regine would rather be with Frank than attend events without him.
• Reassuring Telegram — While Frank is away, a telegram tells Regine he will return sooner than expected and that all is well.
  • Frank Away — Regine waits while Frank is absent.
  • Return Expected — The message reassures her that Frank is coming back earlier than expected.
• Keller's Arrival — A quiet night at Regine's home is disrupted by her distressed brother, who says he is being pursued.
  • Gathering Cancelled — Regine discovers the gathering she expected is not happening.
  • Visitor Interrupted — A visitor's request to stay on the sofa is interrupted by Keller's arrival.
• Flight and Summons — Regine helps Keller as much as she can, then faces police questions about him.
  • Keller Escapes — Keller demands money and a coat, blames Regine when she has no more money, and escapes.
  • Police Questioning — Summoned as a witness, Regine is asked whether Keller has tried to contact her; her answer is not included.

Directed by

Erich Waschneck

Key Cast

• Luise Ullrich — Regine
• Anton Walbrook — Frank Reynold
• Olga Tschechowa — Floris Bell
• Olga Engl — Frau Sendig
• Hans Junkermann — Prof. Gisevius