The Clown
Ansichten eines Clowns
Synopsis
Based on the best-selling novel by Nobel-laureate Heinrich Böll, this drama is a passionate indictment of Catholicism. Hans Schnier (Helmut Griem) has earned his living as a clown, though he is in fact a very covert sort of social critic. After enduring a difficult childhood in Bonn during the Second World War, including his mother's fanatic Nazism, he is appalled to discover many of the people he knows and loves swept deeply into involvement in the Catholic Church.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vojtěch Jasný
- Screenplay & Story
- Vojtěch Jasný
- Original Score
- Eberhard Schoener
- Original Title
- Ansichten eines Clowns
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Production Studios
- Independent Film Heinz Angermeyer, MFG-Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vojtěch Jasný
Vojtěch Jasný, Heinrich Böll
Eberhard Schoener
Walter Lassally
Dagmar Hirtz
Heinz Angermeyer, Maximilian Schell
Department Leadership Roster
Vojtěch Jasný
Director
Vojtěch Jasný
Screenplay
Heinz Angermeyer
Producer
Walter Lassally
Director of Photography
Dagmar Hirtz
Editor
Maximilian Schell
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Clown
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Clown about?
Based on the best-selling novel by Nobel-laureate Heinrich Böll, this drama is a passionate indictment of Catholicism. Hans Schnier (Helmut Griem) has earned his living as a clown, though he is in fact a very covert sort of social critic. After enduring a difficult childhood in Bonn during the Second World War, including his mother's fanatic Nazism, he is appalled to discover many of the people he knows and loves swept deeply into involvement in the Catholic Church.
Who directed The Clown?
The Clown was directed by Vojtěch Jasný.
Who stars in The Clown?
The principal cast of The Clown includes Helmut Griem, Hanna Schygulla, Eva Maria Meineke, Hans Christian Blech, Jan Niklas.
When was The Clown released and how long is it?
The Clown was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 51m.
Who composed the musical score for The Clown?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Clown was composed by Eberhard Schoener.
Is The Clown based on a book or true story?
The Clown is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Heinrich Böll".