Amok
Synopsis
Dr. Holk leads an isolated and lonely existence in a small, Dutch colony in the tropics. Having fled from love and civilization, his only companions now are alcohol and his work, which takes him to villages ravaged by dirt, fever and a strange illness which turns innocent people into madmen: Amok. One day, he is called on by Helene Haviland, who asks him to abort her lover's child before her husband returns from abroad. Even though Holk is enchanted by her seductive beauty, he haughtily refuses her request. Rejected, the woman turns to a Chinese practitioner. When Holk tracks her down in a dirty dive, it's already too late for the two of them.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Venice Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 18, 1946
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fyodor Otsep
- Screenplay & Story
- H.R. Lenormand, André Lang, Stefan Zweig
- Original Score
- Karol Rathaus
- Original Title
- Amok
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Pathé-Natan
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fyodor Otsep
H.R. Lenormand, André Lang, Stefan Zweig
Karol Rathaus
Curt Courant
Department Leadership Roster
H.R. Lenormand
Writer
André Lang
Writer
Curt Courant
Director of Photography
Fyodor Otsep
Director
Karol Rathaus
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Amok.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Amok
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Amok about?
Dr. Holk leads an isolated and lonely existence in a small, Dutch colony in the tropics. Having fled from love and civilization, his only companions now are alcohol and his work, which takes him to villages ravaged by dirt, fever and a strange illness which turns innocent people into madmen: Amok. One day, he is called on by Helene Haviland, who asks him to abort her lover's child before her husband returns from abroad. Even though Holk is enchanted by her seductive beauty, he haughtily refuses her request. Rejected, the woman turns to a Chinese practitioner. When Holk tracks her down in a dirty dive, it's already too late for the two of them.
Who directed Amok?
Amok was directed by Fyodor Otsep.
Who stars in Amok?
The principal cast of Amok includes Marcelle Chantal, Jean Yonnel, Valéry Inkijinoff, Jean Servais, Fréhel.
When was Amok released and how long is it?
Amok was released in 1934 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Amok?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Amok was composed by Karol Rathaus.
Is Amok based on a book or true story?
Amok is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Stefan Zweig".