Early Birds
Synopsis
Three pensioners who live as subtenants on tiny pensions find themselves wanting to escape the sadness and mundanity of their everyday lives in old-age and poverty. They relish the thought that they could experience one last adrenalin-fuelled thrill during the twilight of their lives. With that motivation in mind, they set about commencing preparations for a big heist. Early Birds is a tragic comedy, a short film about poverty in old age, dignity and death.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Biberach Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rainer Binz, Benjamin Kempf Siemens
- Screenplay & Story
- Charlotte Wetzel, Benjamin Kempf Siemens, Caroline Jung
- Original Title
- Early Birds
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Studios
- Signed Media
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rainer Binz, Benjamin Kempf Siemens
Charlotte Wetzel, Benjamin Kempf Siemens, Caroline Jung
Anja Siemens
Jean-Alexander Ntivyhabwa
Department Leadership Roster
Rainer Binz
Director
Benjamin Kempf Siemens
Director
Charlotte Wetzel
Writer
Anja Siemens
Editor
Benjamin Kempf Siemens
Writer
Jean-Alexander Ntivyhabwa
Producer
Caroline Jung
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Early Birds
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Early Birds about?
Three pensioners who live as subtenants on tiny pensions find themselves wanting to escape the sadness and mundanity of their everyday lives in old-age and poverty. They relish the thought that they could experience one last adrenalin-fuelled thrill during the twilight of their lives. With that motivation in mind, they set about commencing preparations for a big heist. Early Birds is a tragic comedy, a short film about poverty in old age, dignity and death.
Who directed Early Birds?
Early Birds was directed by Rainer Binz, Benjamin Kempf Siemens.
Who stars in Early Birds?
The principal cast of Early Birds includes Hermann Beyer, Hark Bohm, Axel Werner, Horst Westphal.
When was Early Birds released and how long is it?
Early Birds was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 9m.