The Flying Dutchman

Music, Drama

🎬 Critics Choice Nominee

Director Joachim Herz

Status Released

Release Date 1964-12-25

Storyline

In order to escape her narrow and restrictive life, Senta, the daughter of a rich shipowner, seeks refuge in her fantasies and dreams. In this realm of imagination, a bold and restless sea captain appears to her—the Flying Dutchman—who is cursed to wander the seas forever. In her obsessive dreams, Senta frees this man through her love for him.