Cast
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Sissi Perlinger
as Vera Rohleder
Sergey Garmash
as Andrej Bubka
Hans Martin Stier
as Bernhard Rohleder
Jenny Winkelmann
as Paula
Hanns Zischler
as Kant
Brigitte Janner
as Bille
Michael Kessler
as Sattler
Christian Tasche
as Knobel
Aleksei Shkatov
as Iwanow
Vladimir Dolinskiy
as Shigalow
Alexandr Topuriya
as Dmitry
Mikhail Zhigalov
as
Yuriy Potyomkin
as
Vadim Aleksandrov
as
Evgeniy Dvorzhetskiy
as
Crew
Director
- Adolf Winkelmann
Writer
- Matthias Seelig
Producer
- Christiane Schaefer
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Der letzte Kurier examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Adolf Winkelmann 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 1996, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Der letzte Kurier took approximately 4 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 195 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 230 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 12 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 315 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The film contains approximately 2001 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 1996, when this film was released:
- Globalization was accelerating economic and cultural exchange.
- Digital technology was transforming the entertainment industry.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: November 4, 1996
- Runtime: 3h 15m