Ulzana
Synopsis
This rather unconventional Western movie is set in the middle of the 19th century in Arizona. The film portrays an Indian tribe, the Mimbreno Appacheans, who are celebrating their Thanksgiving, building an irrigation plant, carrying on commerce, and trying to settle down in a rather constricted territory. But the confrontation with the white Americans changes their situation as the mercantile "gentlemen" want to prevent the Indian tribe to become independent from the white men′s business practices. Thus, they destroy the irrigation plant and chase the Indian tribe in an inhospitable territory where they cannot survive. Led by their chief Ulzana, the Appacheans thus start a bitter fight to preserve their habitat.
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Gojko Mitić
Ulzana
Renate Blume
Leona
Rolf Hoppe
Captain Burton
Colea Răutu
Nana
Paul Berndt
Wardley, Tucson-Reiter
Amza Pellea
General Crook
Fred Delmare
Bob Tribolett
Alfred Struwe
Aldrigton
Hannjo Hasse
Der Herr aus Washington
Werner Dissel
Mexikanischer Arzt
Fritz Mohr
Sergeant Winter
Klaus Gehrke
Ball
Dorel Iacobescu
Dinu Gherasim
Dan Săndulescu
Holger Eckert
Walter Wickenhauser
Eugen Albert
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 22, 2003
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gottfried Kolditz
- Screenplay & Story
- Gottfried Kolditz, Gojko Mitić
- Original Score
- Karl-Ernst Sasse
- Original Title
- Ulzana
- Country of Origin
- Romania, East Germany, Soviet Union
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme, Mosfilm, Studioul Cinematografic București
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gottfried Kolditz
Gottfried Kolditz, Gojko Mitić
Karl-Ernst Sasse
Christa Helwig
Department Leadership Roster
Gottfried Kolditz
Director
Gottfried Kolditz
Writer
Gojko Mitić
Writer
Christa Helwig
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ulzana
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ulzana about?
This rather unconventional Western movie is set in the middle of the 19th century in Arizona. The film portrays an Indian tribe, the Mimbreno Appacheans, who are celebrating their Thanksgiving, building an irrigation plant, carrying on commerce, and trying to settle down in a rather constricted territory. But the confrontation with the white Americans changes their situation as the mercantile "gentlemen" want to prevent the Indian tribe to become independent from the white men′s business practices. Thus, they destroy the irrigation plant and chase the Indian tribe in an inhospitable territory where they cannot survive. Led by their chief Ulzana, the Appacheans thus start a bitter fight to preserve their habitat.
Who directed Ulzana?
Ulzana was directed by Gottfried Kolditz.
Who stars in Ulzana?
The principal cast of Ulzana includes Gojko Mitić, Renate Blume, Rolf Hoppe, Colea Răutu, Paul Berndt.
When was Ulzana released and how long is it?
Ulzana was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Ulzana?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ulzana was composed by Karl-Ernst Sasse.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ulzana?
Ulzana holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).