Brigitta (TV)

This German costume drama, filmed in black and white, centers around a German artist’s fascination with an enigmatic woman. It is based upon Adalbert Stifter’s 1842 short story. Florian is the young artist who goes to Hungary to meet his friend Istvan. He is given directions by a handsome woman upon a horse. As he wanders about his friends sprawling estate he gradually learns the mysterious woman’s story. The story ends on a happy note.