Michael
Synopsis
Although to the outside world he seems like a perfectly normal insurance broker, Michael secretly keeps a 10-year-old boy locked in a room in his soundproof basement.
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Michael trailer - out now on DVD, Blu-ray & on demandOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-01-30
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$16K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Markus Schleinzer
- Screenplay & Story
- Markus Schleinzer
- Original Score
- Lorenz Dangel
- Original Title
- Michael
- Country of Origin
- Austria, France
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Worldwide Gross
- $16K
- Production Studios
- Nikolaus Geyrhalter Filmproduktion, OFI, ORF, Cine Tirol, Les Films du Losange
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Markus Schleinzer
Markus Schleinzer
Lorenz Dangel
Gerald Kerkletz
Wolfgang Widerhofer
Wolfgang Widerhofer, Markus Glaser, Nikolaus Geyrhalter, Michael Kitzberger
Department Leadership Roster
Wolfgang Widerhofer
Producer
Markus Schleinzer
Writer
Gerald Kerkletz
Director of Photography
Markus Schleinzer
Director
Markus Glaser
Producer
Nikolaus Geyrhalter
Producer
Michael Kitzberger
Producer
Wolfgang Widerhofer
Editor
Katrin Huber
Production Design
Hanya Barakat
Costume Design
Gerhard Dohr
Production Design
Lorenz Dangel
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Michael
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Michael about?
Although to the outside world he seems like a perfectly normal insurance broker, Michael secretly keeps a 10-year-old boy locked in a room in his soundproof basement.
Who directed Michael?
Michael was directed by Markus Schleinzer.
Who stars in Michael?
The principal cast of Michael includes Michael Fuith, David Rauchenberger, Christine Kain, Ursula Strauss, Victor Tremmel.
When was Michael released and how long is it?
Michael was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
How much did Michael make at the box office?
Michael grossed $16K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Michael?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Michael was composed by Lorenz Dangel.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Michael?
Michael holds official age classifications: FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.).