Bent or Broken
Auf Biegen oder Brechen
Synopsis
A darkly comedic exploration of personal struggle and societal pressure, we follow the story of a middle-aged man named Max, who is trapped in a life of monotony and frustration. After a series of unexpected events, Max finds himself in increasingly absurd and challenging situations, forcing him to confront his own limitations and fears. With sharp humor and a critique of societal expectations, the film delves into the pressures that shape our lives and the lengths we go to in order to break free from them. A poignant yet quirky tale about bending to life's demands or breaking under the weight of it all.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hartmut Bitomsky
- Screenplay & Story
- Hartmut Bitomsky, Harun Farocki
- Original Score
- Jürgen Knieper
- Original Title
- Auf Biegen oder Brechen
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Big Sky Film, Süddeutscher Rundfunk
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hartmut Bitomsky
Hartmut Bitomsky, Harun Farocki
Jürgen Knieper
Bernd Fiedler
Sybille Windt
Department Leadership Roster
Hartmut Bitomsky
Director
Sybille Windt
Editor
Hartmut Bitomsky
Screenplay
Harun Farocki
Screenplay
Bernd Fiedler
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bent or Broken
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What is Bent or Broken about?
A darkly comedic exploration of personal struggle and societal pressure, we follow the story of a middle-aged man named Max, who is trapped in a life of monotony and frustration. After a series of unexpected events, Max finds himself in increasingly absurd and challenging situations, forcing him to confront his own limitations and fears. With sharp humor and a critique of societal expectations, the film delves into the pressures that shape our lives and the lengths we go to in order to break free from them. A poignant yet quirky tale about bending to life's demands or breaking under the weight of it all.
Who directed Bent or Broken?
Bent or Broken was directed by Hartmut Bitomsky.
Who stars in Bent or Broken?
The principal cast of Bent or Broken includes Christine Kaufmann, Lisa Kreuzer, Harry Baer, Käte Jaenicke, Hanns Zischler.
When was Bent or Broken released and how long is it?
Bent or Broken was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Bent or Broken?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Bent or Broken was composed by Jürgen Knieper.