Cast
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Alexandra Maria Lara
as Louise Zitterbacke
Devid Striesow
as Paul Zitterbacke
Tilman Döbler
as Alfons Zitterbacke
Leopold Ferdinand Schill
as Benni
Lisa Moell
as Emilia
Ron Antony Renzenbrink
as Nico
Katharina Thalbach
as Director Dr. Girzy
Wolfgang Stumph
as Grandpa Klausner
Bürger Lars Dietrich
as Sergej Krumov
Olaf Schubert
as Chemistry teacher
Thorsten Merten
as Mr. Flickendorf
Stephanie Stumph
as Mrs. Diezler
Louis Held
as PE teacher Greife
Alexander Gerst
as Astro Alex
Jonas Heinrich
as Bodo
Crew
Director
- Mark Schlichter
Writer
- John Chambers
- Mark Schlichter
- Anja Flade
Producer
- Nicole Kellerhals
- Stefan Arndt
- Josephine Blume
- Uwe Schott
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Alfons Zitterbacke represents a fascinating example of Family/Adventure/Comedy 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 Mark Schlichter 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 2019, 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 Alfons Zitterbacke took approximately 15 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 93 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 153 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 59 unique compositions.
- The costume department created over 161 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 12 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2019, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- 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: April 11, 2019
- Runtime: 1h 33m