The Black Rider

Inspired by the German folktale, Wilhelm, a file clerk, falls in love with a huntsman's daughter. In order to marry, Wilhelm must prove his worth as a hunter and gain her father's approval. Naive and desperate, he makes a deal with a devil named Pegleg.

Screenplay

William S. Burroughs

Director

Robert Wilson

Music

Tom Waits

Status

Released

Release date

12/06/1990

Original language

German