Cast
View AllMelody Bayer
as Diana
Manfred Bittner
as Doctor
Alois Brandl
as Mister Blum
Gisela Brandl
as Miss Blum
Günther Brandl
as Miriam's Boss
Helmut Brandl
as David
Monika Brandl
as Miriam
Katharina Buchberger
as Bartender
Heidi Choroba
as Mother of Miriam
Christoph Deubler
as Bartender
Verena Deubler
as Nadja
Martin Eherer
as Marco
Peter Eherer
as Rolf
Nadja Holz
as Doctor
Claudia Lorenz
as Jasmin
Crew
Director
- Monika Brandl
Writer
- Monika Brandl
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Why Me? examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Monika Brandl brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2019, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Why Me? took approximately 29 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $0.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 101 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 143 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 62 unique compositions.
- The screenplay went through 6 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2019, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 28, 2019
- Runtime: 1h 41m
- Budget: $300