Things Fall Apart
Synopsis
When Obi Okonkwo completes his studies in England and returns to Nigeria, he finds himself in a country marked by rapid industrialisation and deep political change. In a time of social upheaval, Obi represents modern Nigeria. Through his gaze, his own expectations, those of his environment and the woman he loves become visible. And the disappointment of these expectations. Obi experiences the spreading corruption, the dominance of the Europeans and the conflicts with the values of traditional societies. In flashbacks, his struggle is interwoven with that of his grandfather Okonkwo. The latter experiences the first foreign influences in his village of Umuofia, from the arrival of the Christian missionaries to British colonialism.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
BONN // Under the patronage of Walter Scheel, German Federal President
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hansjürgen Pohland
- Screenplay & Story
- Fern Mosk
- Original Title
- Things Fall Apart
- Country of Origin
- Germany, Nigeria
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Calpenny Nigeria Films Limited (NG), Cine 3 (FRG), Nigram (US)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hansjürgen Pohland
Fern Mosk, Chinua Achebe
Michael J. Davis
Christa Pohland
Department Leadership Roster
Fern Mosk
Screenplay
Christa Pohland
Editor
Michael J. Davis
Director of Photography
Hansjürgen Pohland
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Things Fall Apart.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Things Fall Apart
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Things Fall Apart about?
When Obi Okonkwo completes his studies in England and returns to Nigeria, he finds himself in a country marked by rapid industrialisation and deep political change. In a time of social upheaval, Obi represents modern Nigeria. Through his gaze, his own expectations, those of his environment and the woman he loves become visible. And the disappointment of these expectations. Obi experiences the spreading corruption, the dominance of the Europeans and the conflicts with the values of traditional societies. In flashbacks, his struggle is interwoven with that of his grandfather Okonkwo. The latter experiences the first foreign influences in his village of Umuofia, from the arrival of the Christian missionaries to British colonialism.
Who directed Things Fall Apart?
Things Fall Apart was directed by Hansjürgen Pohland.
Who stars in Things Fall Apart?
The principal cast of Things Fall Apart includes Elizabeth of Toro, Orlando Martins, Johnny Sekka, Stephen Goldblatt, Carey Andrew-Jaja.
When was Things Fall Apart released and how long is it?
Things Fall Apart was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.