When The World Stood Still
Synopsis
The core of the film is our unique ability as humans to survive. It portrays four distinct, personal stories, interwoven with glimpses of various lives across Europe. Among the central figures are an unruly brothel owner in Berlin, living on the edge, and a French pharmacist with an anxious husband born in Pol Pot’s death camps. We also follow the compelling journey of an Italian doctor who sacrifices his family life with his wife and young daughter, devoting his time to take care of his patients instead. Paradoxically, he is suddenly arrested, accused of murdering some of these very patients to make room for the others he believed could survive.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Georg Larsen, Poul-Erik Heilbuth
- Original Title
- When The World Stood Still
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 52m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Georg Larsen, Poul-Erik Heilbuth
Department Leadership Roster
Georg Larsen
Director
Poul-Erik Heilbuth
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About When The World Stood Still
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is When The World Stood Still about?
The core of the film is our unique ability as humans to survive. It portrays four distinct, personal stories, interwoven with glimpses of various lives across Europe. Among the central figures are an unruly brothel owner in Berlin, living on the edge, and a French pharmacist with an anxious husband born in Pol Pot’s death camps. We also follow the compelling journey of an Italian doctor who sacrifices his family life with his wife and young daughter, devoting his time to take care of his patients instead. Paradoxically, he is suddenly arrested, accused of murdering some of these very patients to make room for the others he believed could survive.
Who directed When The World Stood Still?
When The World Stood Still was directed by Georg Larsen, Poul-Erik Heilbuth.
Who stars in When The World Stood Still?
The principal cast of When The World Stood Still includes Not specified.
When was When The World Stood Still released and how long is it?
When The World Stood Still was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 52m.