Cast
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Christian Berkel
as Simon Wiesenthal
Jeff Wilbusch
as Victor Dessauer
Barbara Meier
as Landlady Erika
Georg Friedrich
as Werner
Julia Stemberger
as
Paulus Manker
as Kurt
Michael Fuith
as Kofler
Michael Abendroth
as Paul
Miriam Fussenegger
as Anna
Konstantin Frank
as Arie
Rainer Egger
as Stumpf
Helmuth Häusler
as Tscheppe
Edmund Jäger
as Eder
Fiona Ristl
as Spinnenfrau
Christian Himmelbauer
as Journalist
Crew
Director
- Thomas Roth
Writer
- Thomas Roth
Producer
- Katharina Ernst
- Konstantin Seitz
- Burkhard W.R. Ernst
- Thomas Roth
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, A Retribution 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 Thomas Roth 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 2022, 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 A Retribution took approximately 35 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 105 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 127 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1957 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 11 months to complete.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2022, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: July 30, 2022
- Runtime: 1h 45m