The Island
Die Insel
Synopsis
A commissioned work for a television series on WDR, A House for Us. FROM THE FAMILY OF REPTILES and THE ISLAND are a complete program in two episodes. Monika manages to convince Mr. and Mrs. Hagedorn that their daughter is not mischievous or insidious but that her parents should consult a Psychotherapist with her. But as usual all the therapists are booked out and have a long waiting list for patients. So Ute is left alone once more with her helpless parents and she is more and more drawn to the zoo and her beloved crocodiles. Thanks to Monika’s sense of responsibility and her commitment, Ute manages to break free from her isolation.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Wim Wenders
- Screenplay & Story
- Philippe Pilliod
- Original Title
- Die Insel
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 25m
- Production Studios
- Bavaria Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Wim Wenders
Philippe Pilliod
Michael Ballhaus
Lilian Seng
Department Leadership Roster
Wim Wenders
Director
Philippe Pilliod
Writer
Lilian Seng
Editor
Michael Ballhaus
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Island
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What is The Island about?
A commissioned work for a television series on WDR, A House for Us. FROM THE FAMILY OF REPTILES and THE ISLAND are a complete program in two episodes. Monika manages to convince Mr. and Mrs. Hagedorn that their daughter is not mischievous or insidious but that her parents should consult a Psychotherapist with her. But as usual all the therapists are booked out and have a long waiting list for patients. So Ute is left alone once more with her helpless parents and she is more and more drawn to the zoo and her beloved crocodiles. Thanks to Monika’s sense of responsibility and her commitment, Ute manages to break free from her isolation.
Who directed The Island?
The Island was directed by Wim Wenders.
Who stars in The Island?
The principal cast of The Island includes Lisa Kreuzer, Katja Wulff, Helga Trümper, Hansjoachim Krietsch, Nicolas Brieger.
When was The Island released and how long is it?
The Island was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 25m.