Der Menschenfresser
Synopsis
A crime writer on a train to Berlin shares her compartment with a mysterious man who claims to be a cannibal. Initially intrigued, she tries to humorously dismiss his claim while her imagination sparks a new novel featuring Detective Rosa Roth, who investigates a similar case. As the journey progresses, the writer’s confidence fades, replaced by fear and mistrust. The man’s behaviour becomes more unsettling, especially after a young girl reports inappropriate comments from him. In the dining car, he claims to have eaten a fellow passenger and reveals his tools are nearby. Despite her fear, the writer is drawn to learn more about his methods, blurring the lines between her novel and reality. Ultimately, her fantasy merges with reality, leading to dire consequences.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Otto Alexander Jahrreiss
- Screenplay & Story
- Otto Alexander Jahrreiss
- Original Score
- Karl-Ernst Sasse
- Original Title
- Der Menschenfresser
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- ZDF, Studio Babelsberg
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Otto Alexander Jahrreiss
Otto Alexander Jahrreiss
Karl-Ernst Sasse
Hans Grimmelmann
Brigitte Krex
Martin Ganz, Otto Alexander Jahrreiss
Department Leadership Roster
Otto Alexander Jahrreiss
Director
Otto Alexander Jahrreiss
Writer
Brigitte Krex
Editor
Hans Grimmelmann
Director of Photography
Martin Ganz
Producer
Otto Alexander Jahrreiss
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Der Menschenfresser
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What is Der Menschenfresser about?
A crime writer on a train to Berlin shares her compartment with a mysterious man who claims to be a cannibal. Initially intrigued, she tries to humorously dismiss his claim while her imagination sparks a new novel featuring Detective Rosa Roth, who investigates a similar case. As the journey progresses, the writer’s confidence fades, replaced by fear and mistrust. The man’s behaviour becomes more unsettling, especially after a young girl reports inappropriate comments from him. In the dining car, he claims to have eaten a fellow passenger and reveals his tools are nearby. Despite her fear, the writer is drawn to learn more about his methods, blurring the lines between her novel and reality. Ultimately, her fantasy merges with reality, leading to dire consequences.
Who directed Der Menschenfresser?
Der Menschenfresser was directed by Otto Alexander Jahrreiss.
Who stars in Der Menschenfresser?
The principal cast of Der Menschenfresser includes Irene Kugler, Helmut Lorin, Edith Teichmann, Eva Ebner, Winfried Wagner.
When was Der Menschenfresser released and how long is it?
Der Menschenfresser was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Der Menschenfresser?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Der Menschenfresser was composed by Karl-Ernst Sasse.