Es herrscht Ruhe im Land
Synopsis
A fictitious country in South America: the military has taken power in the state and rules with an iron hand. Anyone who expresses criticism of the system is imprisoned. In a rebellious small town, however, the citizens show solidarity with the numerous political prisoners - until all the town's inhabitants are arrested. Now "peace reigns in the land" again.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Lilienthal
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Lilienthal, Antonio Skármeta
- Original Title
- Es herrscht Ruhe im Land
- Country of Origin
- Austria, Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
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Peter Lilienthal
Peter Lilienthal, Antonio Skármeta
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Peter Lilienthal
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Peter Lilienthal
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Antonio Skármeta
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What is Es herrscht Ruhe im Land about?
A fictitious country in South America: the military has taken power in the state and rules with an iron hand. Anyone who expresses criticism of the system is imprisoned. In a rebellious small town, however, the citizens show solidarity with the numerous political prisoners - until all the town's inhabitants are arrested. Now "peace reigns in the land" again.
Who directed Es herrscht Ruhe im Land?
Es herrscht Ruhe im Land was directed by Peter Lilienthal.
Who stars in Es herrscht Ruhe im Land?
The principal cast of Es herrscht Ruhe im Land includes Charles Vanel, Mario Pardo, Henriqueta Maia, Antonio Skármeta.
When was Es herrscht Ruhe im Land released and how long is it?
Es herrscht Ruhe im Land was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.