Blutgeld
Synopsis
The film is based on a true story about HIV-contaminated blood products in Germany in the 1980s. The brothers Ralf, Stefan and Thomas are hemophiliacs and live in constant fear of injury. When a new type of coagulant comes onto the market, they seem to be able to lead a normal life. It soon becomes apparent that a disproportionate number of hemophiliacs are contracting HIV, but the Federal Health Office remains inactive. Stefan is the first to die, but he is only diagnosed with pneumonia. While Ralf does not want to accept this, his brother Thomas refuses to accept it, as he is afraid of his family being ostracized by society if his HIV disease becomes public. This leads to a bitter argument between the brothers.
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Max Riemelt
Ralf Seifert
Lavinia Wilson
Martina Meissner
Heio von Stetten
Doktor Fischer
David Rott
Thomas Seifert
Fabian Busch
Stefan Seifert
Heikko Deutschmann
Arndt Dobler
Jürgen Tarrach
Professor Kleinert
Charlotte Schwab
Marianne Seifert
Rudolf Kowalski
Prof. Dr. Schubert
Jule Ronstedt
Barbara Seifert
Robert Dölle
Karsten Ries
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- René Heisig
- Original Title
- Blutgeld
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- ZDF
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
René Heisig
Department Leadership Roster
René Heisig
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blutgeld
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What is Blutgeld about?
The film is based on a true story about HIV-contaminated blood products in Germany in the 1980s. The brothers Ralf, Stefan and Thomas are hemophiliacs and live in constant fear of injury. When a new type of coagulant comes onto the market, they seem to be able to lead a normal life. It soon becomes apparent that a disproportionate number of hemophiliacs are contracting HIV, but the Federal Health Office remains inactive. Stefan is the first to die, but he is only diagnosed with pneumonia. While Ralf does not want to accept this, his brother Thomas refuses to accept it, as he is afraid of his family being ostracized by society if his HIV disease becomes public. This leads to a bitter argument between the brothers.
Who directed Blutgeld?
Blutgeld was directed by René Heisig.
Who stars in Blutgeld?
The principal cast of Blutgeld includes Max Riemelt, Lavinia Wilson, Heio von Stetten, David Rott, Fabian Busch.
When was Blutgeld released and how long is it?
Blutgeld was released in 2013 with a total runtime of Unknown.