Cast
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Rosalie Thomass
as Susanne Landauer
Lavinia Wilson
as Dr. Isabell Fertinger
August Schmölzer
as Josef Landauer
Friedrich von Thun
as Dr. Jakob Mangold
Fred Stillkrauth
as Korbinian Schutt
Michael Lerchenberg
as Xaver Freimut
Frederic Linkemann
as Gerhard Freimut
Wowo Habdank
as Otto Tanner
Thomas Darchinger
as Fred Dorfer
Michael Grimm
as Mike Pochler
Hanna Scheibe
as
Henriette Schmidt
as
Anne Kulbatzki
as
Léonie Thelen
as
Ferdinand Dörfler
as
Crew
Director
- Christian Theede
Writer
- Christoph Busche
- Andreas Dirr
Producer
- Dietmar Güntsche
- Christian Balz
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Die Tote aus der Schlucht 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 Christian Theede 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 2015, 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 Die Tote aus der Schlucht took approximately 24 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 89 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 128 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 410 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 11 months to complete.
- The film contains approximately 1806 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2015, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 7, 2015
- Runtime: 1h 29m