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Eine Hand wäscht die Andere 2012

★ 4.24 votes📅 2012-09-30

In Hermine Huntgeburth's sharp 2012 comedy *Eine Hand wäscht die Andere*, tax inspector Chlodwig Pullmann finds himself walking a tightrope between moral hypocrisy and marital harmony.

Director: Hermine Huntgeburth

Cast

Ulrich Noethen
Ulrich Noethen
Chlodwig Pullmann
Peter Lohmeyer
Peter Lohmeyer
Johnny Kassowitz
Waldemar Kobus
Waldemar Kobus
Karsten Leimer
Alexander Scheer
Alexander Scheer
Jakob Kronibus
Steffi Kühnert
Steffi Kühnert
Jenny Pullmann
Aljoscha Stadelmann
Aljoscha Stadelmann
Benjamin Morik
Herbert Jansen
Wolf-Dietrich Sprenger
Wolf-Dietrich Sprenger
Henning Safranski
Carolin Pohl

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eine Hand wäscht die Andere (2012) about?

The film follows Chlodwig Pullmann, a tax inspector entangled in shady deals with the mayor's blessing, while his wife fights corruption unaware. When a new superior cracks down, Pullmann must choose between his double life and his marriage.

Who directed Eine Hand wäscht die Andere?

Hermine Huntgeburth directed this 2012 comedy, known for her sharp, character-driven storytelling.

Who stars in Eine Hand wäscht die Andere?

The film features Ulrich Noethen as Chlodwig Pullmann, Peter Lohmeyer as Mayor Karsten Leimer, and Steffi Kühnert as his wife Jenny Pullmann.

Is Eine Hand wäscht die Andere (2012) worth watching?

With its blend of satire and domestic drama, this comedy offers more than just laughs—it's a clever exploration of integrity. If you enjoy character-driven films with moral dilemmas, it's a solid pick.

How long is Eine Hand wäscht die Andere?

Runtime details are not listed.

About Eine Hand wäscht die Andere (2012) — A Tax Inspector's Double Life in a Sharp Comedy

In Hermine Huntgeburth's sharp 2012 comedy *Eine Hand wäscht die Andere*, tax inspector Chlodwig Pullmann finds himself walking a tightrope between moral hypocrisy and marital harmony. Pullmann's life is a precarious balancing act: while his wife Jenny champions a local anti-corruption citizens' initiative, he's quietly involved in shady dealings under the approving gaze of Mayor Karsten Leimer—who holds compromising secrets over him. When a new, eagle-eyed superior arrives at the tax office, Pullmann's double life threatens to unravel, forcing him into a desperate attempt to go straight—not for the law, but for his marriage.

The film brims with the tension of secrets and the absurdity of hiding them, blending sharp satire with relatable domestic drama. Ulrich Noethen delivers a standout performance as Pullmann, caught between the temptation of easy deals and the fear of exposure, while Steffi Kühnert shines as his idealistic wife, utterly unaware of her husband's double life. With its biting wit and engaging performances, *Eine Hand wäscht die Andere (2012)* delivers a clever, thought-provoking take on the cost of integrity and the lengths people go to protect their carefully constructed facades.