Austerlitz
Synopsis
“You buy a book. You don’t really know why. It lies around, and then one day you open it, almost absentmindedly. And there you are, facing your own innermost secrets.” So begins Stan Neumann’s cinematic adaptation of W.G. Sebald’s award-winning novel, Austerlitz. The vaulted and majestic space of the railway station in Antwerp is where our journey really starts with actor Denis Lavant (Holy Motors) addressing the camera directly, and musing on the curious nature of railway stations. This bravura opening is startling, charming, and like the unnamed narrator of the book, you surrender to the proceedings and perambulate alongside Lavant, as he journeys through the great buildings of Europe, faded and shuttered hotels and grand colonnades with broken windows.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stan Neumann
- Screenplay & Story
- Stan Neumann, W. G. Sebald
- Original Score
- Dominique Pifarély
- Original Title
- Austerlitz
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- Czech, French
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Les Films d'Ici, ARTE, La Région Île-de-France
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stan Neumann
Stan Neumann, W. G. Sebald
Dominique Pifarély
Ned Burgess
Louise Decelle
Richard Copans
Department Leadership Roster
Dominique Pifarély
Original Music Composer
Louise Decelle
Editor
Stan Neumann
Writer
Ned Burgess
Director of Photography
Richard Copans
Producer
Elisabeth Mehu
Costume Design
Stan Neumann
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Austerlitz
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Austerlitz about?
“You buy a book. You don’t really know why. It lies around, and then one day you open it, almost absentmindedly. And there you are, facing your own innermost secrets.” So begins Stan Neumann’s cinematic adaptation of W.G. Sebald’s award-winning novel, Austerlitz. The vaulted and majestic space of the railway station in Antwerp is where our journey really starts with actor Denis Lavant (Holy Motors) addressing the camera directly, and musing on the curious nature of railway stations. This bravura opening is startling, charming, and like the unnamed narrator of the book, you surrender to the proceedings and perambulate alongside Lavant, as he journeys through the great buildings of Europe, faded and shuttered hotels and grand colonnades with broken windows.
Who directed Austerlitz?
Austerlitz was directed by Stan Neumann.
Who stars in Austerlitz?
The principal cast of Austerlitz includes Denis Lavant, Roxane Duran, Viera Pavlíková, Dominique Pifarély, Veronika Výprachtická.
When was Austerlitz released and how long is it?
Austerlitz was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Austerlitz?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Austerlitz was composed by Dominique Pifarély.
Is Austerlitz based on a book or true story?
Austerlitz is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "W. G. Sebald".