Cast
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Dieter Hallervorden
as Amandus Rosenbach
Emma Schweiger
as Tilda Rosenbach
Til Schweiger
as Niko Rosenbach
Jan Josef Liefers
as Serge
Jeanette Hain
as Sarah Rosenbach
Dar Salim
as Waiter
Pasquale Aleardi
as Carabinieri at Roadblock
Claudia Michelsen
as Matron
Mehmet Kurtuluş
as Dr. Holst
Anneke Kim Sarnau
as Nursing Home Manager
Tilo Prückner
as Dr. Ehlers
Samuel Finzi
as Waiter in Venice
Katharina Thalbach
as Vivian Saalfeld
Fahri Yardım
as Erdal
Tim Wilde
as Conductor
Crew
Director
- Til Schweiger
Writer
- Til Schweiger
- Hilly Martinek
Producer
- Til Schweiger
- Tom Zickler
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Head Full of Honey 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 Til Schweiger 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 2014, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Head Full of Honey took approximately 18 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 139 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 168 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 1337 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 25, 2014
- Runtime: 2h 19m