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69% Critic Match
Water for Canitoga
6.9 / 10• 1939• 1h 59m•NR• German
WesternAdventureDrama
Storyline
In the spring of 1905, the water conduit project in the Canadian city of Canitoga is set to be completed. For years, the completion had been marred by sabotage. Engineer Oliver Montstuart commands the last blasting operation. But again, the explosive charge is too large and thus, further construction is forestalled again. When Montstuart confronts foreman Westbrook, the foreman threatens him with a knife. In self-defence, Montstuart shoots him. Now, he has to flee.
Cast & Crew
Hans Albers
Oliver Montstuart / Nicholsen
Lead
Charlotte Susa
Lilly
Hilde Sessak
Winifred Gardener
Peter Voß
Gilbert Trafford
Josef Sieber
Ingram
Andrews Engelmann
Ruski
Karl Dannemann
Dyke
Hans Mierendorff
Shatterhand
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Herbert Selpin's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Water for Canitoga is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
