Cast
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Roxane Mesquida
as Sennentuntschi
Nicholas Ofczarek
as Sebastian Reusch
Andrea Zogg
as Erwin
Carlos Leal
as Martin
Joel Basman
as Albert
Rebecca Indermaur
as Theres Notter
Ueli Jäggi
as Pfarrer Salis
Peter Jecklin
as Dr. Zingg
Daniel Rohr
as Stähli
Paula Marija
as Bibi/Maria
Alice Blaser
as Bibi/Maria
Herbert Leiser
as Matter
Luciano Simioni
as Bäcker Studer
Birgit C. Krammer
as Birgit/Mutter Bibi
Mark Kuhn
as Kommissar
Crew
Director
- Michael Steiner
Writer
- Michael Sauter
Producer
- Bernd Burgener
- Bruno Seemann
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Thriller/Horror/Mystery film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Sennentuntschi: Curse of the Alps presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Michael Steiner 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 2010, 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 Sennentuntschi: Curse of the Alps took approximately 21 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 110 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 155 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The screenplay went through 9 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2010, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 23, 2010
- Runtime: 1h 50m