Die Herrin des Hofes (1942) is a German short documentary directed by Andrew Thorndike in his directorial debut. Produced by Ufa-Filmkunst GmbH, the film portrays the daily responsibilities and influence of a farmer’s wife, played by Lotte Brackebusch. Initially banned due to censorship, it was later approved for release in December 1942. The film received a "Volksbildend" (popular education) rating and reflects the era's emphasis on rural life and traditional gender roles.
Scientist-explorer David Lynd leaves wealthy bride-to-be June Claymore at the altar to join photographer Andy Parker and British secret service agent Leo Marzeli in search of rare minerals.
A police lieutenant and a patriotic professional gambler, rivals in life and love, combine efforts to corner a gang of Nazi saboteurs operating out of a barber shop, in which their mutual girlfriend works, and unmask its secret leader.
Carmelita and Uncle Matt find themselves in a haunted house, but the "ghosts" are actually enemy agents who are trying to frighten away visitors in order to develop a nitroglycerin bomb.
Frankenstein's unscrupulous colleague, Dr. Bohmer, plans to transplant Ygor's brain so he can rule the world using the monster's body, but the plan goes sour when he turns malevolent and goes on a rampage.
Hoping to increase its box-office allure by adopting the title of a popular song, Deep in the Heart of Texas (clap!clap!clap!clap!) was the first Johnny Mack Brown western of the 1942-43 season.
