Yearning for Sodom
Sehnsucht nach Sodom
Synopsis
Made during the last months of actor Kurt Raab, who died of AIDS in 1988. Raab, who had worked in both theatre and film, most notably with Fassbinder, was in the process of making a series of video sketches for a new production when he learned that he had AIDS. Despite his deteriorating health, and with the caring support of his friend Hans Hirshmuller, he carried on working. This tape is his last testimony.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hanno Baethe, Hans Hirschmüller, Kurt Raab
- Screenplay & Story
- Hanno Baethe, Hans Hirschmüller, Kurt Raab
- Original Score
- Gisbert Funke
- Original Title
- Sehnsucht nach Sodom
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 45m
- Production Studios
- ZDF, Hanno Baethe Film- und Videoproduktion
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hanno Baethe, Hans Hirschmüller, Kurt Raab
Hanno Baethe, Hans Hirschmüller, Kurt Raab
Gisbert Funke
Hanno Baethe, Michael F. Huse
Department Leadership Roster
Hanno Baethe
Director
Hans Hirschmüller
Director
Kurt Raab
Director
Hanno Baethe
Writer
Hans Hirschmüller
Writer
Kurt Raab
Writer
Hanno Baethe
Editor
Michael F. Huse
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Yearning for Sodom
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What is Yearning for Sodom about?
Made during the last months of actor Kurt Raab, who died of AIDS in 1988. Raab, who had worked in both theatre and film, most notably with Fassbinder, was in the process of making a series of video sketches for a new production when he learned that he had AIDS. Despite his deteriorating health, and with the caring support of his friend Hans Hirshmuller, he carried on working. This tape is his last testimony.
Who directed Yearning for Sodom?
Yearning for Sodom was directed by Hanno Baethe, Hans Hirschmüller, Kurt Raab.
Who stars in Yearning for Sodom?
The principal cast of Yearning for Sodom includes Kurt Raab, Hans Hirschmüller, Ingrid Caven, Anke Oehme, Conni Moré.
When was Yearning for Sodom released and how long is it?
Yearning for Sodom was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Yearning for Sodom?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Yearning for Sodom was composed by Gisbert Funke.