Edith's Diary
Ediths Tagebuch
Synopsis
When Edith Howland's husband abandons her for a younger woman, leaving her with their alcoholic son and his senile uncle, she begins recording details of an imaginary, much more successful life where she has friends and grandchildren. However, this diversion soon grows unhealthy when she becomes slowly convinced that the fantasies are real.
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Angela Winkler
Edith Baumeister
Vadim Glowna
Paul Baumeister
Leopold von Verschuer
Chris Baumeister
Hans Madin
Uncle George
Irm Hermann
Sabina Angerwolf
Wolfgang Condrus
Bernd Angerwolf
Friedrich G. Beckhaus
Doctor Bleibig
Werner Eichhorn
Doctor Starr
Sona MacDonald
Katharina
Michaela Gries
Annemarie
Beate Tober
Helga
Jürgen Knieper
Pianist
Pierre Clémenti
Susanne Kellermann
Barbara Morawiecz
Barbara Czerwinski
Dieter Baier
Britta Pohland
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 31, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hans W. Geißendörfer
- Screenplay & Story
- Hans W. Geißendörfer, Patricia Highsmith
- Original Score
- Jürgen Knieper
- Original Title
- Ediths Tagebuch
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- ZDF, Geißendörfer Film-und Fernsehproduktion, Pro-ject Filmproduktion, Roxy Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hans W. Geißendörfer
Hans W. Geißendörfer, Patricia Highsmith
Jürgen Knieper
Michael Ballhaus
Helga Borsche
Hans W. Geißendörfer, Willi Segler, Rolf M. Degener, Luggi Waldleitner
Department Leadership Roster
Hans W. Geißendörfer
Director
Hans W. Geißendörfer
Producer
Helga Borsche
Editor
Hans W. Geißendörfer
Writer
Willi Segler
Producer
Wolfgang J. Rux
Production Design
Luggi Waldleitner
Producer
Toni Lüdi
Production Design
Katharina von Martius
Costume Design
Michael Ballhaus
Director of Photography
Jürgen Knieper
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Edith's Diary
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Edith's Diary about?
When Edith Howland's husband abandons her for a younger woman, leaving her with their alcoholic son and his senile uncle, she begins recording details of an imaginary, much more successful life where she has friends and grandchildren. However, this diversion soon grows unhealthy when she becomes slowly convinced that the fantasies are real.
Who directed Edith's Diary?
Edith's Diary was directed by Hans W. Geißendörfer.
Who stars in Edith's Diary?
The principal cast of Edith's Diary includes Angela Winkler, Vadim Glowna, Leopold von Verschuer, Hans Madin, Irm Hermann.
When was Edith's Diary released and how long is it?
Edith's Diary was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for Edith's Diary?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Edith's Diary was composed by Jürgen Knieper.
Is Edith's Diary based on a book or true story?
Edith's Diary is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Patricia Highsmith".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Edith's Diary?
Edith's Diary holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).