An August Weekend
Ein Wochenende im August
Synopsis
Happily married to Thomas, her daughter just off to college, Katja teaches math and music at the local elementary school. Her life seems perfect. Until a chance encounter turns her world upside down. The very weekend her family is away, she meets Daniel, an attractive, inquisitive fellow, backpacking through Germany. A travel journalist, just passing through, he camps out on her lawn. They connect. She finds his independent, freewheeling lifestyle fascinating. He tells her of his journeys. He makes her feel alive, reawakens her youthful hopes and dreams. Now old regrets come rushing back. After three exciting days, she is faced with the decision: does she go with him, or does she stay in her own, safe little world?
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Esther Gronenborn
- Screenplay & Story
- Katharina Amling
- Original Score
- Gert Wilden Jr.
- Original Title
- Ein Wochenende im August
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Moovie, ARD, ARD Degeto
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Esther Gronenborn
Katharina Amling
Gert Wilden Jr.
Birgit Guðjónsdóttir
David J. Rauschning
Heike Vossler
Department Leadership Roster
Esther Gronenborn
Director
Katharina Amling
Writer
Heike Vossler
Producer
Birgit Guðjónsdóttir
Director of Photography
David J. Rauschning
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About An August Weekend
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What is An August Weekend about?
Happily married to Thomas, her daughter just off to college, Katja teaches math and music at the local elementary school. Her life seems perfect. Until a chance encounter turns her world upside down. The very weekend her family is away, she meets Daniel, an attractive, inquisitive fellow, backpacking through Germany. A travel journalist, just passing through, he camps out on her lawn. They connect. She finds his independent, freewheeling lifestyle fascinating. He tells her of his journeys. He makes her feel alive, reawakens her youthful hopes and dreams. Now old regrets come rushing back. After three exciting days, she is faced with the decision: does she go with him, or does she stay in her own, safe little world?
Who directed An August Weekend?
An August Weekend was directed by Esther Gronenborn.
Who stars in An August Weekend?
The principal cast of An August Weekend includes Nadja Uhl, Carlo Ljubek, Thomas Limpinsel, Gitta Schweighöfer, Gisela Aderhold.
When was An August Weekend released and how long is it?
An August Weekend was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for An August Weekend?
The original motion picture soundtrack for An August Weekend was composed by Gert Wilden Jr..