Caracas
Synopsis
Despite its South-of-the-Border title, Caracas is an Austrian love triangle. Gas-station owner Gerhard Zehmann is saddled with cheating wife Regina Bill. The man would like to escape to Venezuela, but he can't unload his wife. Then he meets a woman who is the exact double of his wife (also played by Regina Bill, of course). Falling in love with this clone, the husband hatches a plan. He'll murder his wife, then leave for Venezuela with her look-alike so as not to arouse suspicion. Are foolproof plans like these ever really foolproof?
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Quinzaine des Réalisateurs; concours pur la Caméra d'Or)
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Schottenberg
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Horowitz, Michael Schottenberg, Michael Juncker
- Original Score
- Erich Kleinschuster
- Original Title
- Caracas
- Country of Origin
- Austria
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Neue Studio Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Schottenberg
Michael Horowitz, Michael Schottenberg, Michael Juncker
Erich Kleinschuster
Walter Kindler
Ingrid Koller
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Schottenberg
Director
Michael Horowitz
Writer
Michael Schottenberg
Writer
Walter Kindler
Director of Photography
Ingrid Koller
Editor
Erika Navas
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Caracas
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Caracas about?
Despite its South-of-the-Border title, Caracas is an Austrian love triangle. Gas-station owner Gerhard Zehmann is saddled with cheating wife Regina Bill. The man would like to escape to Venezuela, but he can't unload his wife. Then he meets a woman who is the exact double of his wife (also played by Regina Bill, of course). Falling in love with this clone, the husband hatches a plan. He'll murder his wife, then leave for Venezuela with her look-alike so as not to arouse suspicion. Are foolproof plans like these ever really foolproof?
Who directed Caracas?
Caracas was directed by Michael Schottenberg.
Who stars in Caracas?
The principal cast of Caracas includes Regula Bill, Gerhard Zemann, Herta Böhm, Christoph Künzler, Franz Blauensteiner.
When was Caracas released and how long is it?
Caracas was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Caracas?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Caracas was composed by Erich Kleinschuster.