Cast
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Sophie Stockinger
as Betty Liebling
Ludwig Trepte
as Josko Indig
Nina Proll
as Helga Herrnstadt
August Zirner
as Georg Bories
Justus Schlingensiepen
as Kurt Fridmann
Muriel Wimmer
as Tilla Nagler
Laurence Rupp
as Marko Schoky
Michele Oliveri
as Manzano
Konstantin Reichmuth
as Judenjunge
Anton Algrang
as Antifaschist
Rudy Ruggiero
as Gallo
Maximilian Paier
as Jakob Sternheim
Juri Zanger
as Max Schindlheim
Haris Begić
as Salomon Papo
Enzo Gaier
as Hans Awin
Crew
Director
- Nikolaus Leytner
Writer
- Agnes Pluch
Producer
- Klaus Graf
- Annemarie Pilgram-Ribitsch
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Children of Villa Emma 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 Nikolaus Leytner 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 2016, 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 The Children of Villa Emma took approximately 6 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 103 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 155 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 2435 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 47 unique compositions.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2016, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: March 23, 2016
- Runtime: 1h 43m