Cast
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Iris Berben
as Simone Mankus
Murathan Muslu
as Robert Fallner
Barnaby Metschurat
as Jonas Mankus
Katharina Nesytowa
as Natascha Gobulew
Helgi Schmid
as Nico
Johannes Zeiler
as Hans Fallner
Julischka Eichel
as Jaqueline Hosnicz
Philipp Hochmair
as Jimmy Lanz
Andreas Leupold
as
Mohamed Issa
as Marouf
Andreya Casablanca
as Andreya
Laura Lee
as Laura
Robert Joseph Bartl
as Papi
Marianne Mendt
as Emmi Maurer
Jacques Breuer
as Walter Maurer
Crew
Director
- Nina Grosse
Writer
- Nina Grosse
Producer
- Jan Ehlert
- Sandra Gürtler
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Nicht tot zu kriegen 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 Nina Grosse 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 2020, 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 Nicht tot zu kriegen took approximately 7 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 95 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 125 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 813 individual shots.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
- The screenplay went through 9 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2020, when this film is released:
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: August 5, 2020
- Runtime: 1h 35m