Bagdad Cafe
Out of Rosenheim
“Off Route 66 between Vegas and nowhere a little magic's going on...”
Synopsis
A German woman named Jasmin stumbles upon a dilapidated motel/diner in the middle of nowhere. Her unusual appearance and demeanor are at first suspicious to Brenda, the exasperated owner who has difficulty making ends meet. But when an unlikely magic sparks between the two women, this lonely desert outpost is transformed into a thriving and popular oasis.
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BAGDA CAFÉ - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-02-27
Top Cast
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Marianne Sägebrecht
Jasmin Münchgstettner
CCH Pounder
Brenda
Jack Palance
Rudi Cox
Christine Kaufmann
Debby
Monica Calhoun
Phyllis
Darron Flagg
Salomo
George Aguilar
Cahuenga
G. Smokey Campbell
Sal
Hans Stadlbauer
Mr. Münchgstettner
Alan S. Craig
Eric
Apesanahkwat
Sheriff Arnie
Ronald Lee Jarvis
Trucker Ron
Mark Daneri
Trucker Mark
Ray Young
Trucker Ray
Gary Lee Davis
Trucker Gary
Release History & Theatrical Window
Hofer Filmtage
Festival / Special Debut
April 22, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
July 26, 2018
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$3.7M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Percy Adlon
- Screenplay & Story
- Eleonore Adlon, Percy Adlon, Christopher Doherty
- Original Score
- Bob Telson
- Original Title
- Out of Rosenheim
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Worldwide Gross
- $3.7M
- Production Studios
- Pro-ject Filmproduktion, Pelemele Film, BR, HR
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Percy Adlon
Eleonore Adlon, Percy Adlon, Christopher Doherty
Bob Telson
Bernd Heinl
Norbert Herzner
Dietrich von Watzdorf, Percy Adlon, Eleonore Adlon
Department Leadership Roster
Norbert Herzner
Editor
Percy Adlon
Producer
Eleonore Adlon
Producer
Eleonore Adlon
Screenplay
Regine Bätz
Costume Design
Percy Adlon
Screenplay
Percy Adlon
Director
Christopher Doherty
Screenplay
Bernd Heinl
Director of Photography
Elizabeth Warner Nankin
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bagdad Cafe
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What is Bagdad Cafe about?
A German woman named Jasmin stumbles upon a dilapidated motel/diner in the middle of nowhere. Her unusual appearance and demeanor are at first suspicious to Brenda, the exasperated owner who has difficulty making ends meet. But when an unlikely magic sparks between the two women, this lonely desert outpost is transformed into a thriving and popular oasis.
Who directed Bagdad Cafe?
Bagdad Cafe was directed by Percy Adlon.
Who stars in Bagdad Cafe?
The principal cast of Bagdad Cafe includes Marianne Sägebrecht, CCH Pounder, Jack Palance, Christine Kaufmann, Monica Calhoun.
When was Bagdad Cafe released and how long is it?
Bagdad Cafe was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.
How much did Bagdad Cafe make at the box office?
Bagdad Cafe grossed $3.7M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Bagdad Cafe?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Bagdad Cafe was composed by Bob Telson.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Bagdad Cafe?
Bagdad Cafe holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.).