Cast
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Moritz Bleibtreu
as König / Otto Mattenheim
Karl Alexander Seidel
as Philipp 'Lippel' Mattenheim
Amrita Cheema
as Hamide
Steve-Marvin Dwumah
as Arslan
Anke Engelke
as Frau Jakob / Böse Tante
Christiane Paul
as Serafina / Wirtstochter
Marius Weingarten
as Hermann / Wirtssohn
Uwe Ochsenknecht
as Konrektor Färber / Herbergswirt
Edgar Selge
as Herr Schmiedle
Eva Mattes
as Frau Hofstetter
Crew
Director
- Lars Büchel
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, Lippels Traum explores potential technological and societal futures, raising important questions about humanity's place in the universe and our evolutionary trajectory. The film stands apart from other sci-fi works by presenting a vision that is both thought-provoking and visually distinctive.
Director Lars Büchel 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 2009, 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 Lippels Traum took approximately 23 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 101 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 127 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 52 unique compositions.
- The costume department created over 351 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2009, when this film is released:
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Social media platforms were beginning to transform communication.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 7, 2009
- Runtime: 1h 41m