
Request
Antrag
Synopsis
A construction site with foreign workforce – lunch break. A Greek man tries to write a request letter to the German authorities to allow his parents to stay in Germany because of the Greek-Turkish clashes on Cyprus. A German foreman helps him write the appeal. Upon saying that the reason for summoning his parents is that their lives are threatened by the Turks, other bricklayers join in and a row takes place. During the row the letter is torn, lunch break is over and the bricklayers go on laying bricks.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Želimir Žilnik
- Screenplay & Story
- Želimir Žilnik
- Original Title
- Antrag
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- Vlada Majic Filmproduktion KG
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Želimir Žilnik
Želimir Žilnik
Vlada Majić
Department Leadership Roster
Želimir Žilnik
Director
Vlada Majić
Director of Photography
Želimir Žilnik
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Request.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Request
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Request about?
A construction site with foreign workforce – lunch break. A Greek man tries to write a request letter to the German authorities to allow his parents to stay in Germany because of the Greek-Turkish clashes on Cyprus. A German foreman helps him write the appeal. Upon saying that the reason for summoning his parents is that their lives are threatened by the Turks, other bricklayers join in and a row takes place. During the row the letter is torn, lunch break is over and the bricklayers go on laying bricks.
Who directed Request?
Request was directed by Želimir Žilnik.
Who stars in Request?
The principal cast of Request includes Not specified.
When was Request released and how long is it?
Request was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 10m.
