African Race
Synopsis
The scatterbrained archivist of Cologne Cathedral is sent to Africa to retrieve the largest diamond in the world, on which the cathedral once rested and whose absence is now causing the foundations of the building to sink. In his wake, shady characters appear who are also after the precious stone. But there are also helpers who are well-disposed towards the adventurer against his will.
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Jan Sosniok
Sebastian Hellmann
Dirk Bach
Boris Plenske
Eralp Uzun
Igbur Mahrabi
Mike Krüger
Istaf Mahrabi
Katy Karrenbauer
Mara
Mirja Boes
Lucia
Ruth Moschner
Vicky
Herbert Feuerstein
Dombischof
Ottfried Fischer
Baudezernent
Paul Panzer
Paul Panzer
Lars Niedereichholz
Alder
Jaymes Butler
Bankkassierer
Karl Dall
Wächter des Marakunda
Volker Michalowski
Axel Sand
Guntram Brattia
Chefredakteur
Morgan Domingos
Hongulu
Ingo Appelt
Norbert Heisterkamp
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Axel Sand
- Screenplay & Story
- Günter Knarr, Philipp Weinges
- Original Score
- Jaro Messerschmidt, Nik Reich
- Original Title
- African Race
- Country of Origin
- South Africa, Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Film Afrika, action concept
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Axel Sand
Günter Knarr, Philipp Weinges
Jaro Messerschmidt, Nik Reich
Axel Sand, Jörg Lawerentz
Martin Rahner
Holger Andersen, Günter Knarr, Sascha Mürl, Andreas Richter, Philipp Weinges
Department Leadership Roster
Axel Sand
Director
Günter Knarr
Writer
Philipp Weinges
Writer
Holger Andersen
Producer
Günter Knarr
Producer
Sascha Mürl
Producer
Andreas Richter
Producer
Philipp Weinges
Producer
Axel Sand
Director of Photography
John Smith
Stunt Coordinator
Sylke Poensgen
Producer
David Wicht
Producer
Jaro Messerschmidt
Original Music Composer
Nik Reich
Original Music Composer
Martin Rahner
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About African Race
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What is African Race about?
The scatterbrained archivist of Cologne Cathedral is sent to Africa to retrieve the largest diamond in the world, on which the cathedral once rested and whose absence is now causing the foundations of the building to sink. In his wake, shady characters appear who are also after the precious stone. But there are also helpers who are well-disposed towards the adventurer against his will.
Who directed African Race?
African Race was directed by Axel Sand.
Who stars in African Race?
The principal cast of African Race includes Jan Sosniok, Dirk Bach, Eralp Uzun, Mike Krüger, Katy Karrenbauer.
When was African Race released and how long is it?
African Race was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for African Race?
The original motion picture soundtrack for African Race was composed by Jaro Messerschmidt, Nik Reich.
What is the age rating and content advisory for African Race?
African Race holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).