Cast
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Walfriede Schmitt
as Martha Emrich
Klaus-Peter Thiele
as Kurt Steiner
Carl-Hermann Risse
as Karl Emrich
Petra Hinze
as Edith
Günter Wolf
as Eberhard Klein
Siegfried Kilian
as
Helga Göring
as
Helga Raumer
as
Stefan Lisewski
as
Helmut Schellhardt
as
Martin Flörchinger
as
Dorit Gäbler
as
Dieter Montag
as
Michael Gwisdek
as
Jürgen Juhnke
as
Crew
Director
- Joachim Kunert
Writer
- Joachim Kunert
- Hans Müncheberg
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Das Schilfrohr 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 Joachim Kunert 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 1974, 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 Das Schilfrohr took approximately 19 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 86 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 124 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
- The costume department created over 453 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1974, when this film was released:
- The Watergate scandal changed public perception of political institutions.
- Disco music dominated popular culture.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 5, 1974
- Runtime: 1h 26m