The Mortal Fortune
Die toten Fische
“Based on a story by Boris Vian "Les Poissons Morts"”
Synopsis
On the basis of the hardy perennial "boss-assistant" relation, "The Mortal Fortune" depicts the passion of worldly existence. The anonymous hero of the story, to which the spectator is introduced, attempts at freeing himself from his enslaved life. He finally has to realize the transience of the creature man and whithdraws from the constraints of worldly existence.
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Teaser DIE TOTEN FISCHE german version
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-10-10
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival (Selected for "Semaine de la critique")
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Synek
- Screenplay & Story
- Boris Vian, Michael Synek
- Original Score
- Michel Portal
- Original Title
- Die toten Fische
- Country of Origin
- Austria, France, Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- Mausebär Film, Medardus Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Synek
Boris Vian, Michael Synek
Michel Portal
Jiří Štíbr
Eliška Štíbrová
Michael Synek, Florentina Welley
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Synek
Director
Eliška Štíbrová
Editor
Florentina Welley
Costume Design
Michael Synek
Writer
Michael Synek
Producer
Florentina Welley
Producer
Jiří Štíbr
Director of Photography
Michel Portal
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Mortal Fortune
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What is The Mortal Fortune about?
On the basis of the hardy perennial "boss-assistant" relation, "The Mortal Fortune" depicts the passion of worldly existence. The anonymous hero of the story, to which the spectator is introduced, attempts at freeing himself from his enslaved life. He finally has to realize the transience of the creature man and whithdraws from the constraints of worldly existence.
Who directed The Mortal Fortune?
The Mortal Fortune was directed by Michael Synek.
Who stars in The Mortal Fortune?
The principal cast of The Mortal Fortune includes Erwin Leder, Johannes Weidinger, Gerhard Swoboda, Lisa Luginbühl, Martin Schellnast.
When was The Mortal Fortune released and how long is it?
The Mortal Fortune was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
Who composed the musical score for The Mortal Fortune?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Mortal Fortune was composed by Michel Portal.