Cast
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Julius Gause
as Jonas
Lina Hüesker
as Emily
Anneke Kim Sarnau
as Alma
Sophie von Kessel
as Dr. Marianne Wildenhahn
Luna Jordan
as Lena (Hawkin)
Anton Petzold
as Konrad
Florian Stetter
as Dirkens
Juls Serger
as Sven
Henriette Schmidt
as Birgit Fleischmann
Robert Dölle
as Gerd Wildenhahn
Caroline Selzle
as Luise
Mandana Mansouri
as Jasmin Yildirim
Gonca de Haas
as Nurse
Ilyane Sina
as Keira Wiesner
Sahin Kopuk
as Bartender
Crew
Director
- Franziska Buch
Writer
- Franziska Buch
Producer
- Ronald Mühlfellner
- Alexandra Ortmair
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, After Us, the Rest of the World 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 Franziska Buch 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 2023, 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 After Us, the Rest of the World took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 141 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 2442 individual shots.
- The costume department created over 284 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2023, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 27, 2023
- Runtime: 1h 30m