Jenatsch
Synopsis
A journalist is assigned to interview an eccentric anthropologist who has exhumed the skeleton of Jörg Jenatsch, a revered freedom fighter who was mysteriously murdered in 1639. Initially disinterested, the journalist begins to uncover unflattering truths about the national hero and experiences visions in which he seems to be witnessing events that transpired over 300 years ago. As he obsessively pursues the investigation, his personal life and his grip on reality disintegrate, drawing him relentlessly toward the fatal carnival at which Jenatsch was killed.
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Michel Voïta
Christophe Sprecher
Christine Boisson
Nina
Vittorio Mezzogiorno
Jörg Jenatsch
Jean Bouise
Dr. Tobler
Laura Betti
Mademoiselle von Planta
Carole Bouquet
Lucrezia von Planta
Jean-Marc Henchoz
Pompejus von Planta
Fredi M. Murer
L'archiviste du ciné-journal
Raúl Gimenez
Le chauffeur de taxi
Roland Bertin
Le prêtre
Jean-Paul Muel
Le Monsieur du bain
Peter Bonke
Peter Hertig
Lucrezia Giovannini
La vieille servante
Teco Celio
L'historien Cavelti
Yvonne Kupper
La serveuse de Thusis
Franci Camus
La serveuse de Coire
Andrea Zogg
Les compagnons de Jenatsch
Rolf Lyssy
L'homme de sécurité
Release History & Theatrical Window
Munich International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 28, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Daniel Schmid
- Screenplay & Story
- Martin Suter, Daniel Schmid, Conrad Ferdinand Meyer
- Original Score
- Pino Donaggio
- Original Title
- Jenatsch
- Country of Origin
- France, Switzerland
- Spoken Languages
- Italian, French
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Limbo Film AG, Beat Curti, Société de Banque Suisse, Bleu Productions, Schweizer Fernsehen (SF), ZDF
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Daniel Schmid
Martin Suter, Daniel Schmid, Conrad Ferdinand Meyer
Pino Donaggio
Renato Berta
Daniela Roderer
Theres Scherer, Luciano Gloor
Department Leadership Roster
Renato Berta
Director of Photography
Daniela Roderer
Editor
Martin Suter
Writer
Daniel Schmid
Writer
Luciano Gloor
Producer
Daniel Schmid
Director
Raúl Gimenez
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Jenatsch.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jenatsch
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Jenatsch about?
A journalist is assigned to interview an eccentric anthropologist who has exhumed the skeleton of Jörg Jenatsch, a revered freedom fighter who was mysteriously murdered in 1639. Initially disinterested, the journalist begins to uncover unflattering truths about the national hero and experiences visions in which he seems to be witnessing events that transpired over 300 years ago. As he obsessively pursues the investigation, his personal life and his grip on reality disintegrate, drawing him relentlessly toward the fatal carnival at which Jenatsch was killed.
Who directed Jenatsch?
Jenatsch was directed by Daniel Schmid.
Who stars in Jenatsch?
The principal cast of Jenatsch includes Michel Voïta, Christine Boisson, Vittorio Mezzogiorno, Jean Bouise, Laura Betti.
When was Jenatsch released and how long is it?
Jenatsch was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Jenatsch?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Jenatsch was composed by Pino Donaggio.
Is Jenatsch based on a book or true story?
Jenatsch is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Conrad Ferdinand Meyer".