Cast
View All
Pina Kühr
as Rebecca Förster
Anne Düe
as Saskia Chavez
Nikolaus Sternfeld
as Andie Sieburg
Andreas Berg
as Robert Baum
Daniel Zillmann
as Ingo Hildebrandt
Jill Weller
as Mia
Florentine Schara
as Melanie Schmidt
Benjamin Berger
as Martin
Dafne-Maria Fiedler
as Moderatorin
Birte Flint
as Greta
Sebastian Freigang
as Paul Fischer
Wolf Danny Homann
as Florian Görlich
Vera Kasimir
as Birgit Osterfeld
Philipp Leinenbach
as Gabriel Manke
Edda Petri
as Olivia Bemmann
Crew
Director
- Niclas Mehne
Writer
- Niclas Mehne
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Schlussklappe 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 Niclas Mehne 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 2024, 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 Schlussklappe took approximately 34 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 114 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 8 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The musical score contains over 39 unique compositions.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2024, when this film is released:
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: March 21, 2024
- Runtime: 1h 33m