Paradise War: The Story of Bruno Manser
Bruno Manser - Die Stimme des Regenwaldes
Synopsis
1984: Searching for an experience that goes deeper than the superficiality of modern civilization, Bruno Manser travels into the jungles of Borneo and finds it with the nomadic Penan tribe. It is an encounter that changes his life forever. When the existence of the Penan is threatened by relentless deforestation, Manser takes up the fight against logging with a courage and determination that makes him one of the most renowned and credible environmentalists of his time. Eventually, it costs him everything. Based on a true story.
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PARADISE WAR - The Story of Bruno Manser (Official Trailer)
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-10-28
Top Cast
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Sven Schelker
Bruno Manser
Nick Kelesau
Along Sega
Elizabeth Ballang
Ubung
Matthew Crowley
James Carter-Long
David K.S. Tse
Robert Chang
Benjamin Mathis
Roger Graf
Daniel Ludwig
Erich Manser
Charlotte Heinimann
Ida Manser
Nasdie Kelesau
Esseng
Vera Flück
Barbara
Adrian Faehndrich
Patrick
Raad Rawi
Boutros Boutros-Ghali
Carlos Olalla
Manuel José Ortega
Anna Leong Brophy
Olivia Tan
Mike Lucock
Police Chief
Verdi Solaiman
Plant Manager
Leonardo Da Vinc
Foreman
Silvio Kretschmer
Office Assistant
Release History & Theatrical Window
Zurich Film Festival (premiere)
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Niklaus Hilber
- Screenplay & Story
- Niklaus Hilber, David Clemens, Patrick Tönz
- Original Score
- Gabriel Yared
- Original Title
- Bruno Manser - Die Stimme des Regenwaldes
- Country of Origin
- Austria, Switzerland
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 2h 22m
- Production Studios
- A Film Company, Das Kollektiv, SRF, Teleclub, Ascot Elite Entertainment Group, Superfilm
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Niklaus Hilber
Niklaus Hilber, David Clemens, Patrick Tönz
Gabriel Yared
Matthias Reisser
Claudio Cea
Matthias C. E. Preiswerk, Thomas Büchi, Annette Werenfels, Schlettwein-Jarchow Family, Müller-Blum Family
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Baumgartner
Production Design
Claudio Cea
Editor
Valentin Greutert
Producer
Verena Haerdi
Costume Design
Matthias Reisser
Director of Photography
Niklaus Hilber
Writer
Niklaus Hilber
Director
David Clemens
Writer
Patrick Tönz
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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What is Paradise War: The Story of Bruno Manser about?
1984: Searching for an experience that goes deeper than the superficiality of modern civilization, Bruno Manser travels into the jungles of Borneo and finds it with the nomadic Penan tribe. It is an encounter that changes his life forever. When the existence of the Penan is threatened by relentless deforestation, Manser takes up the fight against logging with a courage and determination that makes him one of the most renowned and credible environmentalists of his time. Eventually, it costs him everything. Based on a true story.
Who directed Paradise War: The Story of Bruno Manser?
Paradise War: The Story of Bruno Manser was directed by Niklaus Hilber.
Who stars in Paradise War: The Story of Bruno Manser?
The principal cast of Paradise War: The Story of Bruno Manser includes Sven Schelker, Nick Kelesau, Elizabeth Ballang, Matthew Crowley, David K.S. Tse.
When was Paradise War: The Story of Bruno Manser released and how long is it?
Paradise War: The Story of Bruno Manser was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 2h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Paradise War: The Story of Bruno Manser?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Paradise War: The Story of Bruno Manser was composed by Gabriel Yared.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Paradise War: The Story of Bruno Manser?
Paradise War: The Story of Bruno Manser holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).