Cast
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Michael Herbig
as Hui Buh
Christoph Maria Herbst
as Julius
Heike Makatsch
as Leonora Gräfin zu Etepetete
Ellenie Salvo González
as Konstanzia
Hans Clarin
as Kastellan
Rick Kavanian
as Charles
Nick Brimble
as Daalor / Adolar
Martin Kurz
as Tommy
Wolfgang Völz
as Major Servatius Sebaldus
Christoph Hagen Dittmann
as Dicker Geisterjäger
Michael Kessler
as Dünner Geisterjäger
Karel Dobrý
as Ritter Ottokar
Karel Vávrovec
as Dekorateur 1
Mojmír Maděrič
as Kutscher
Nicholas Hohmann
as 4-Armiger-Verwaltungsgeist / Polizei-Geist 2
Crew
Director
- Sebastian Niemann
Producer
- Simon Happ
- Anita Schneider
- Christian Becker
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Hui Buh: The Castle Ghost represents a fascinating example of Animation/Fantasy/Adventure/Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Sebastian Niemann 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2006, 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 Hui Buh: The Castle Ghost took approximately 20 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $10.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 103 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 159 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 3 months to complete.
- The film contains approximately 2457 individual shots.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2006, when this film is released:
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Social media platforms were beginning to transform communication.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: July 20, 2006
- Runtime: 1h 43m
- Budget: $10,000,000