Amok
Synopsis
The desperate private war of a Vietnam veteran of the US Army. The Film explores the biggest amok run in the history of the USA at that point of time. The story of a mass murder in San Diego on July 18 1984 is told by showing reports of a local TV station. It turns out that the amok was partly caused by traumatic experiences during the Vietnam War.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Walter Heynowski, Gerhard Scheumann
- Screenplay & Story
- Walter Heynowski, Gerhard Scheumann
- Original Score
- Rainer Böhm
- Original Title
- Amok
- Country of Origin
- East Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 14m
- Production Studios
- DEFA-Studio für Dokumentarfilme
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Walter Heynowski, Gerhard Scheumann
Walter Heynowski, Gerhard Scheumann
Rainer Böhm
Traute Wischnewski
Department Leadership Roster
Walter Heynowski
Director
Walter Heynowski
Writer
Traute Wischnewski
Editor
Gerhard Scheumann
Writer
Gerhard Scheumann
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Amok
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Amok about?
The desperate private war of a Vietnam veteran of the US Army. The Film explores the biggest amok run in the history of the USA at that point of time. The story of a mass murder in San Diego on July 18 1984 is told by showing reports of a local TV station. It turns out that the amok was partly caused by traumatic experiences during the Vietnam War.
Who directed Amok?
Amok was directed by Walter Heynowski, Gerhard Scheumann.
Who stars in Amok?
The principal cast of Amok includes Gerhard Scheumann, Jürgen Hentsch.
When was Amok released and how long is it?
Amok was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 14m.
Who composed the musical score for Amok?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Amok was composed by Rainer Böhm.