Heaven or Hell
Himmel Oder Hölle
Synopsis
Early seventies in a small village in Burgenland, Austria. We are watching a boy of ten being confrontend with two of the most prevalent taboos: death and sexuality. The generally accepted forms of recourse offered by religion and society have cracks, don't work any more, and thus are being ignored, by-passed or interpreted from a child's angle. This film presents subtle views and insight into the life of a boy of ten and looks upon life through his eyes.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Adi Murnberger
Wolfi (aged 10)
Johannes Habeler
Hansi
Lukas Habeler
Michi
Ines Ledwinka
Little Girl
Simon Schärf
Little Boy
Maria Murnberger
Mother (voice)
Ernst Murnberger
Father (voice)
Hermine Murnberger
Grandmother (voice)
Adolf Murnberger sen.
Butcher
Irene Gausch
Teacher
Anton Murnberger
Chess Player
Josef Schwentner
Chess Player
Fabian Weidinger
Wolfi (aged 5)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Wolfgang Murnberger
- Screenplay & Story
- Wolfgang Murnberger
- Original Score
- Robert Stiegler
- Original Title
- Himmel Oder Hölle
- Country of Origin
- Austria
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Wolfgang Murnberger
Wolfgang Murnberger
Robert Stiegler
Fabian Eder
Wolfgang Murnberger
Wolfgang Murnberger
Department Leadership Roster
Wolfgang Murnberger
Writer
Wolfgang Murnberger
Director
Fabian Eder
Director of Photography
Wolfgang Murnberger
Producer
Wolfgang Murnberger
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Heaven or Hell
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Heaven or Hell about?
Early seventies in a small village in Burgenland, Austria. We are watching a boy of ten being confrontend with two of the most prevalent taboos: death and sexuality. The generally accepted forms of recourse offered by religion and society have cracks, don't work any more, and thus are being ignored, by-passed or interpreted from a child's angle. This film presents subtle views and insight into the life of a boy of ten and looks upon life through his eyes.
Who directed Heaven or Hell?
Heaven or Hell was directed by Wolfgang Murnberger.
Who stars in Heaven or Hell?
The principal cast of Heaven or Hell includes Adi Murnberger, Johannes Habeler, Lukas Habeler, Ines Ledwinka, Simon Schärf.
When was Heaven or Hell released and how long is it?
Heaven or Hell was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for Heaven or Hell?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Heaven or Hell was composed by Robert Stiegler.