Cast
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Heinz Erhardt
as Heinz, Otto und Eduard Bollmann
Trude Herr
as Lady Zocker
Peter Carsten
as Fred Larsen
Paul Kuhn
as Himself
Ann Smyrner
as Rita
Ingrid van Bergen
as Diana
Günter Pfitzmann
as Mac
Günther Jerschke
as Reinwald
Günther Ungeheuer
as Kellner
Paul Westermeier
as Kapitän
Billy Mo
as Bobo
Paul Dahlke
as Emilio
Crew
Director
- Hans Müller
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Drillinge an Bord represents a fascinating example of Romance/Comedy/Crime cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Hans Müller 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1959, 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 Drillinge an Bord took approximately 18 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 82 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 141 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 33 unique compositions.
- The film contains approximately 1913 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1959, when this film was released:
- Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
- Rock and roll music was revolutionizing popular culture.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 22, 1959
- Runtime: 1h 22m