Who was Helene Weigel? Using impressive archive material, the film follows the convinced communist, acting icon, and free spirit from her early days in theater to her escape from the Nazi regime to the founding and management of the Berliner Ensemble. The result is a powerful portrait that finally puts the “woman at Brecht's side” in the spotlight.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 August DiehlSelf - Narrator | Self - Narrator |
 Birgit MinichmayrVoice Helene Weigel | Voice Helene Weigel |
 Katharina ThalbachNot listed | Not listed |