Cast
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Andreas Schmidt
as Reisebusfahrer Andi Komorowski
Jördis Triebel
as Hanna Baumann
Devid Striesow
as Wilfried 'Frieder' Gross
Michael Schenk
as Georg
Nicole Marischka
as Susanne
Stephan Grossmann
as Herr Hartmann
Isaak Dentler
as Rezeptionist
Arved Birnbaum
as Ole
Frank Voß
as
Dina Hellwig
as Fabrikarbeiterin
Kersten Hanke
as Arzt
Florian Hänsel
as Kollege
Dagmar Sachse
as Krankenschwester
Ruth Glöss
as
Sascha Nathan
as
Crew
Director
- Edward Berger
Writer
- Michael Schenk
- Edward Berger
Producer
- Jörg Himstedt
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, A Good Summer 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 Edward Berger 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 2011, 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 A Good Summer took approximately 22 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 111 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 54 unique compositions.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 6 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2011, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 25, 2011
- Runtime: 1h 30m