Ester
Synopsis
A narrative about "the days when the Jews found rest from their enemies and the month that was transformed from pain to joy, from mourning to a feast day." A parable about the courage to arrive in another country and a funny mound of joy about luck in misfortune. Narrated by György Konrád and performed by immigrants from Central and South-Eastern Europe.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →György Konrád
Reader of the Megilla
Genrietta Liakhorvitskaia
Ester
Michael Enenstein
King Achaschwerosch
Viatcheslav Demidov
Haman
Boris Raev
Mordechai
Alla Prymak
Queen Waschti
Isaak Plapler
Memuchan the wise
Isaak Kipperstein
Writer
Davyd Yanovskiy
Master of Ceremonies
Bella Bernstein
Eunuch
Tamara Firsova
Eunuch
Lilija Yanovska
Lady-in-waiting
Natalia Tuvia
Lady-in-waiting
Clara Chvets
Purimguest
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ulrike Ottinger
- Screenplay & Story
- Ulrike Ottinger
- Original Title
- Ester
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 31m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ulrike Ottinger
Ulrike Ottinger
Ulrike Ottinger
Bettina Blickwede
Department Leadership Roster
Ulrike Ottinger
Director
Ulrike Ottinger
Writer
Bettina Blickwede
Editor
Ulrike Ottinger
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Ester.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ester
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ester about?
A narrative about "the days when the Jews found rest from their enemies and the month that was transformed from pain to joy, from mourning to a feast day." A parable about the courage to arrive in another country and a funny mound of joy about luck in misfortune. Narrated by György Konrád and performed by immigrants from Central and South-Eastern Europe.
Who directed Ester?
Ester was directed by Ulrike Ottinger.
Who stars in Ester?
The principal cast of Ester includes György Konrád, Genrietta Liakhorvitskaia, Michael Enenstein, Viatcheslav Demidov, Boris Raev.
When was Ester released and how long is it?
Ester was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 31m.