Der alte Mann und das Meer (Mediabook, Blu-ray+DVD)

The old Cuban fisherman has already had his best years. Although he hasn't caught a fish for ages, he doesn't let that stop him from going out to sea. But one day the time has come: A gigantic swordfish swallows the angler's bait. For days and nights, the old man wrestles with his prey, because this fight is about more than just catching a fish...

The timeless novella by Ernest Hemingway was long considered unfilmable, but Hollywood great John Sturges (BROKEN CHAINS) achieves something remarkable. It is not least thanks to the brilliant acting of Oscar® winner Spencer Tracy (WHO SOWS THE WIND) that THE OLD MAN AND THE SEA is a terrific literary adaptation.