A Forgotten Man
“Neutrality has a price.”
Synopsis
Spring 1945, Heinrich Zwygart, Swiss ambassador to Germany flees bombed-out Berlin after eight years of service in the capital of the Reich. This is the end of a terrible mandate, during which he had to make fatal compromises to preserve the neutrality and security of his country. He went through the war, but will he survive the peace?
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Trailer [Subtitled]Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-10-11
Top Cast
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Michael Neuenschwander
Heinrich Zwygart
Manuela Biedermann
Clara Zwygart
Yann Philipona
Nicolas
Cléa Eden
Helene Zwygart
Peter Wyssbrod
The Colonel
Sabine Timoteo
Madame Bavaud
Victor Poltier
Maurice Bavaud
Margherita Schoch
Babett
Yves Raeber
Marc Gerber
Simon Romang
Schranz
Dominik Gysin
Klaus Bauer
Sebastian Krähenbühl
Ueli
Jeff Burrell
Counsul Reynolds
Release History & Theatrical Window
18. Zurich Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
April 12, 2024
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Laurent Nègre
- Screenplay & Story
- Laurent Nègre
- Original Score
- Ladislav Agabekov, Christophe Calpini
- Original Title
- A Forgotten Man
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- German, English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Bord Cadre Films, Sovereign Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Laurent Nègre
Laurent Nègre
Ladislav Agabekov, Christophe Calpini
Stefan Kälin
Andreas Roald, Dan Wechsler
Department Leadership Roster
Laurent Nègre
Writer
Andreas Roald
Producer
Dan Wechsler
Producer
Stefan Kälin
Editor
Catherine Van Bree
Costume Design
Laurent Nègre
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Forgotten Man
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What is A Forgotten Man about?
Spring 1945, Heinrich Zwygart, Swiss ambassador to Germany flees bombed-out Berlin after eight years of service in the capital of the Reich. This is the end of a terrible mandate, during which he had to make fatal compromises to preserve the neutrality and security of his country. He went through the war, but will he survive the peace?
Who directed A Forgotten Man?
A Forgotten Man was directed by Laurent Nègre.
Who stars in A Forgotten Man?
The principal cast of A Forgotten Man includes Michael Neuenschwander, Manuela Biedermann, Yann Philipona, Cléa Eden, Peter Wyssbrod.
When was A Forgotten Man released and how long is it?
A Forgotten Man was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for A Forgotten Man?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Forgotten Man was composed by Ladislav Agabekov, Christophe Calpini.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Forgotten Man?
A Forgotten Man holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).