Countdown
Synopsis
Countdown follows a chronological sequence. The movie was shot in Berlin and environs over a ten-day period leading up to the unification of the currencies on July 1, 1990. The film thus ends on the date marking “the first stage of German reunification”.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ulrike Ottinger
- Screenplay & Story
- Ulrike Ottinger
- Original Title
- Countdown
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 3h 8m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ulrike Ottinger
Ulrike Ottinger
Ulrike Ottinger
Eva Schlensag
Department Leadership Roster
Ulrike Ottinger
Writer
Ulrike Ottinger
Director
Eva Schlensag
Editor
Ulrike Ottinger
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Countdown
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What is Countdown about?
Countdown follows a chronological sequence. The movie was shot in Berlin and environs over a ten-day period leading up to the unification of the currencies on July 1, 1990. The film thus ends on the date marking “the first stage of German reunification”.
Who directed Countdown?
Countdown was directed by Ulrike Ottinger.
Who stars in Countdown?
The principal cast of Countdown includes Not specified.
When was Countdown released and how long is it?
Countdown was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 3h 8m.