Overbooked
Synopsis
“Luxury, luxury, luxury… and not to be so alone.” Vanessa wants to spend her holiday at a comfortable resort. However, due to a booking error at the travel agents, Vanessa ends up on a barren desert island. The next ship doesn’t arrive for another week, so until then she has to cope with oddball lighthouse keeper Stanislav, and the highly unconventional and nonchalant Sebastian, who also has a right to the only shabby guest room. There’s no escape from this island – and the three gradually get to know each other over schnapps and pie. When a further guest arrives in the form of dubious businessman Felix and a body turns up in Stanislav’s cellar, the insular resort becomes the backdrop for a grotesque fight for life. In his debut feature, Matthias J. Michel cleverly repels various genre and character clichés to create an exceptional black comedy.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 16, 2014
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Matthias J. Michel
- Screenplay & Story
- Matthias J. Michel
- Original Score
- Manuel Benz
- Original Title
- Overbooked
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- madDog Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Matthias J. Michel
Matthias J. Michel
Manuel Benz
Marcel Jetzer, Matthias J. Michel
Matthias J. Michel
Department Leadership Roster
Matthias J. Michel
Director
Matthias J. Michel
Writer
Marcel Jetzer
Editor
Matthias J. Michel
Editor
Judith Wernle
Production Design
Matthias J. Michel
Producer
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 Overbooked
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What is Overbooked about?
“Luxury, luxury, luxury… and not to be so alone.” Vanessa wants to spend her holiday at a comfortable resort. However, due to a booking error at the travel agents, Vanessa ends up on a barren desert island. The next ship doesn’t arrive for another week, so until then she has to cope with oddball lighthouse keeper Stanislav, and the highly unconventional and nonchalant Sebastian, who also has a right to the only shabby guest room. There’s no escape from this island – and the three gradually get to know each other over schnapps and pie. When a further guest arrives in the form of dubious businessman Felix and a body turns up in Stanislav’s cellar, the insular resort becomes the backdrop for a grotesque fight for life. In his debut feature, Matthias J. Michel cleverly repels various genre and character clichés to create an exceptional black comedy.
Who directed Overbooked?
Overbooked was directed by Matthias J. Michel.
Who stars in Overbooked?
The principal cast of Overbooked includes Markus Aeschlimann, Maria Boettner, Daniel Frei, Andy Haueter, Tiziana Jelmini.
When was Overbooked released and how long is it?
Overbooked was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Overbooked?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Overbooked was composed by Manuel Benz.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Overbooked?
Overbooked holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).