The Tenant (1957 film)

The Tenant (also known as Die Zürcher Verlobung) is a 1957 West German romantic comedy film directed by Helmut Käutner. It stars Liselotte Pulver, Paul Hubschmid, and Bernhard Wicki.

The film tells the story of Juliane Thomas, a successful but lonely advertising executive in Zurich. She decides to place a personal ad in the newspaper seeking a husband. Two very different men answer the ad: the reserved and intellectual Paul Frank, and the charming but unreliable Anton Meier. Juliane finds herself drawn to both men, leading to humorous complications and romantic entanglements.

The film is a lighthearted exploration of love, loneliness, and the complexities of modern relationships. It's notable for its sophisticated wit, stylish direction, and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Liselotte Pulver. While not widely known internationally, The Tenant was a popular and well-regarded film in West Germany, and is remembered for its insightful portrayal of post-war German society and its humorous take on finding love in a modern world.