Cast
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Katja Riemann
as Else
Jürgen Holtz
as Daniel Kirschner
Rita Russek
as Minna Kirschner
Heio von Stetten
as Erich Schroffenstein
Deborah Kaufmann
as
Tina Gölker
as Young Else
Gideon Singer
as Aaron
Nikolai Urumov
as A guy
Elvin Dandel
as Friedl Kirschner
Jörn Knebel
as
Bashar Rahal
as
Christian Doermer
as Vater Schroffenstein
Crew
Director
- Egon Günther
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Else – Story of a Passionate Woman 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 Egon Günther 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 1999, 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 Else – Story of a Passionate Woman took approximately 7 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 176 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 196 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 14 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1999, when this film was released:
- Globalization was accelerating economic and cultural exchange.
- The internet was beginning to transform communication and information access.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 1, 1999
- Runtime: 2h 56m