Overview
After a line of mischief Philip Gale, an American sailor, is lured into hiring on the "Yorikke", a tramp cargo, by Lawski, a stoker from Poland. Still, the two become friends within the motley crew of losers from all nations. Gale and his new companion soon are more than disillusioned: the "Yorikke" is far from seaworthy and more of a coffin than a ship, work is close to slavery, and treatment by the officers and their subalterns is harsh and cynical. One day they make an alarming discovery in a tin of plum butter they have procured from the ship's cargo... Written by Anonymous
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Ship of the Dead?
Ship of the Dead was directed by Georg Tressler.
Where was Ship of the Dead produced?
It was produced by companies including UFA, Producciones José Kohn in Germany, Mexico.
Ship of the Dead Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Ship of the Dead wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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