The Third Sex (Bewildered Youth)

Directed by Veit Harlan

Klaus, a young man in post-war Berlin, is drawn to his friend Manfred and, with encouragement from Dr. Winkler, explores the underground gay club scene and electronic music. As his family discovers his secret life, they do everything they can to change him.
Veit Harlan’s controversial drama is historically significant but difficult to embrace today, with its treatment of homosexuality shaped by the prejudices of its era. The film is most interesting as a revealing cultural document, and its polished production gives the story a seriousness that makes its dated attitudes all the more striking.

The Third Sex (Bewildered Youth)

Directed by Veit Harlan

Klaus, a young man in post-war Berlin, is drawn to his friend Manfred and, with encouragement from Dr. Winkler, explores the underground gay club scene and electronic music. As his family discovers his secret life, they do everything they can to change him.

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Veit Harlan’s controversial drama is historically significant but difficult to embrace today, with its treatment of homosexuality shaped by the prejudices of its era. The film is most interesting as a revealing cultural document, and its polished production gives the story a seriousness that makes its dated attitudes all the more striking.