Die Prüfung
Synopsis
The film explores how societal expectations, school situations (the titular "exam"), and social class differences affect the child's psyche. It sensitively portrays how the carefree interaction and trust between two children can be damaged by the competitive spirit and social status modeled by the adult world.
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16mm Film - Martin - BRD 1979
Type: Clip • Published 2026-06-08
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Fredi Bisko
Max
Anton Feichtner
Max's father
Gloria Doer
Max's mother
Stephan Prechtl
Volker
Charles Brauer
Volker's father
Ralf Friker
Georg
Michi Pfeifer
Georg's friend
Gregor Schwarzhuber
Georg's friend
Stephen Baser
Georg's friend
Frank Klammerer
Georg's friend
Martin Clara
Simon
Petra Frenzel
Sonja
Claudia Wedekind
Teacher
Ursula Strätz
Woman at the window
Christa Temperli
Young saleswoman
Ulrich Radke
Shop owner
Anton Täubl
Pedestrian
Martin Zehender
Predestian
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 1, 1979
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hans-Peter Scheier
- Screenplay & Story
- Hans-Peter Scheier
- Original Title
- Die Prüfung
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 49m
- Production Studios
- KJF Kinder- und Jugendfilmzentrum in der BRD, Institut für Film und Bild in Wissenschaft und Unterricht, Aradt-Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hans-Peter Scheier
Hans-Peter Scheier
Hans-Peter Scheier
Hans-Peter Scheier
Department Leadership Roster
Hans-Peter Scheier
Producer
Hans-Peter Scheier
Editor
Hans-Peter Scheier
Writer
Hans-Peter Scheier
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Die Prüfung
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Die Prüfung about?
The film explores how societal expectations, school situations (the titular "exam"), and social class differences affect the child's psyche. It sensitively portrays how the carefree interaction and trust between two children can be damaged by the competitive spirit and social status modeled by the adult world.
Who directed Die Prüfung?
Die Prüfung was directed by Hans-Peter Scheier.
Who stars in Die Prüfung?
The principal cast of Die Prüfung includes Fredi Bisko, Anton Feichtner, Gloria Doer, Stephan Prechtl, Charles Brauer.
When was Die Prüfung released and how long is it?
Die Prüfung was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 49m.