Wozzeck
Synopsis
While an anatomy seminar prepares to examine the cadaver of Franz Wozzeck in the name of scientific progress, medical student Büchner excoriates humanity for having allowed Wozzeck’s fate. The tragic story unfolds in flashbacks, as Büchner narrates.
Top Cast
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Kurt Meisel
Wozzeck
Helga Zülch
Maria
Max Eckard
Büchner
Paul Henckels
Arzt
Willi Rose
Andres
Gunnar Möller
3. Student
Alfred Balthoff
1. Handwerksbursche
Richard Häussler
Tambour-Major
Arno Paulsen
Hauptmann
Claire Reigbert
Margret
Rotraut Richter
Käthe
Valy Arnheim
Gerichtspräsident
Wolfgang Kühne
Otto Matthies
Karl Hellmer
Elsa Wagner
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Georg C. Klaren
- Screenplay & Story
- Georg Büchner, Georg C. Klaren
- Original Score
- Herbert Trantow
- Original Title
- Wozzeck
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- DEFA
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Georg C. Klaren
Georg Büchner, Georg C. Klaren
Herbert Trantow
Lena Neumann
Department Leadership Roster
Georg C. Klaren
Director
Lena Neumann
Editor
Georg C. Klaren
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wozzeck
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Wozzeck about?
While an anatomy seminar prepares to examine the cadaver of Franz Wozzeck in the name of scientific progress, medical student Büchner excoriates humanity for having allowed Wozzeck’s fate. The tragic story unfolds in flashbacks, as Büchner narrates.
Who directed Wozzeck?
Wozzeck was directed by Georg C. Klaren.
Who stars in Wozzeck?
The principal cast of Wozzeck includes Kurt Meisel, Helga Zülch, Max Eckard, Paul Henckels, Willi Rose.
When was Wozzeck released and how long is it?
Wozzeck was released in 1947 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for Wozzeck?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Wozzeck was composed by Herbert Trantow.