Nikolaikirche
Synopsis
The story of a Leipzig family from 1987 to the Monday demonstrations in 1989. After the death of her father, a high-ranking officer in the People's Police, the daughter joins the resistance movement around St. Nicholas Church. Phenomena such as obedience, followership, spying and resistance are illustrated in this haunting film based on individual people. A film that provides food for thought for the discussion about the fall of the Berlin Wall and recapitulates contemporary history.
Top Cast
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Barbara Auer
Astrid Protter
Ulrich Matthes
Alexander Bacher
Daniel Minetti
Harald Protter
Annemone Haase
Marianne Bacher
Günter Naumann
Albert Bacher
Ulrich Mühe
Pfarrer Ohlbaum
Otto Sander
kirchlicher Superintendent
Peter Sodann
General des Ministeriums für Sicherheit
Ulrich Tukur
Rechtsanwalt Schnuck
Jutta Wachowiak
Gabriele Heit
Claudia Messner
Claudia Engelmann
Rolf Ludwig
Pfarrer Reichenbork
Alfred Müller
Linus Bornowski
Niels-Bruno Schmidt
Jörg Franzen
Julia Braun
Silke Protter
René Steinke
Martin Vockert
Hansjürgen Hürrig
Prof. Huhnfeldt
Wilfried Pucher
Bachers Arzt
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Beyer
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Beyer, Eberhard Görner, Erich Loest
- Original Score
- Wilhelm Killmayer
- Original Title
- Nikolaikirche
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 2h 18m
- Production Studios
- MDR, Provobis Film, WDR, ARTE, ORF
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Beyer
Frank Beyer, Eberhard Görner, Erich Loest
Wilhelm Killmayer
Thomas Plenert
Rita Hiller
Jürgen Haase, Martin Wiebel
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Beyer
Director
Thomas Plenert
Director of Photography
Frank Beyer
Writer
Jürgen Haase
Producer
Eberhard Görner
Writer
Martin Wiebel
Producer
Rita Hiller
Editor
Erich Loest
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Nikolaikirche.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nikolaikirche
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Nikolaikirche about?
The story of a Leipzig family from 1987 to the Monday demonstrations in 1989. After the death of her father, a high-ranking officer in the People's Police, the daughter joins the resistance movement around St. Nicholas Church. Phenomena such as obedience, followership, spying and resistance are illustrated in this haunting film based on individual people. A film that provides food for thought for the discussion about the fall of the Berlin Wall and recapitulates contemporary history.
Who directed Nikolaikirche?
Nikolaikirche was directed by Frank Beyer.
Who stars in Nikolaikirche?
The principal cast of Nikolaikirche includes Barbara Auer, Ulrich Matthes, Daniel Minetti, Annemone Haase, Günter Naumann.
When was Nikolaikirche released and how long is it?
Nikolaikirche was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 2h 18m.
Who composed the musical score for Nikolaikirche?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Nikolaikirche was composed by Wilhelm Killmayer.
Is Nikolaikirche based on a book or true story?
Nikolaikirche is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Erich Loest".