Tattoo
Synopsis
Marc Schrader, a rookie cop caught red-handed with drugs in a police raid of an illegal rave, joins a homicide investigation conducted by Chief Inspector Minks. The victim is a naked young woman with the skin stripped off her back, killed as she staggered into traffic. As Schrader and Minks investigate the murder, the case is complicated by a finger found in the stomach of the victim. Forensic examination proves the finger belongs to Nobert Günzel, who was previously convicted of rape and assault. The police raid Günzel’s residence, and discover a blood-stained table with restraints and bits of human flesh in his basement. They also find video equipment and preserved, tattooed skin from the victim’s back. Soon, they found dead bodies buried in the garden. Günzel then goes missing.
Top Cast
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August Diehl
Marc Schrader
Christian Redl
Minks
Nadeshda Brennicke
Maya Kroner
Johan Leysen
Frank Schoubya
Ilknur Bahadir
Meltem
Joe Bausch
Günzel
Fatih Cevikkollu
Dix
Florian Panzner
Poscher
Jasmin Schwiers
Marie Minks
Gustav Peter Wöhler
Scheck
Ingo Naujoks
Stefan Kreiner
Monica Bleibtreu
Roth
Sybille J. Schedwill
Petra
Vicky Berendsen
Marta
Christiane Scheda
Lynn Wilson
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Schwentke
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Schwentke
- Original Score
- Martin Todsharow
- Original Title
- Tattoo
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German, English, Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Production Studios
- Lounge Entertainment GmbH, StudioCanal, B.A. Produktion
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Schwentke
Robert Schwentke
Martin Todsharow
Jan Fehse
Peter Przygodda
Jan Hinter, Roman Kuhn, Verena Herfurth
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Schwentke
Director
Robert Schwentke
Screenplay
Jan Hinter
Producer
Roman Kuhn
Producer
Martin Todsharow
Original Music Composer
Jan Fehse
Director of Photography
Peter Przygodda
Editor
Robert Schwentke
Writer
Michael Mohr
Stunt Coordinator
Marc Sieger
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tattoo
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Tattoo about?
Marc Schrader, a rookie cop caught red-handed with drugs in a police raid of an illegal rave, joins a homicide investigation conducted by Chief Inspector Minks. The victim is a naked young woman with the skin stripped off her back, killed as she staggered into traffic. As Schrader and Minks investigate the murder, the case is complicated by a finger found in the stomach of the victim. Forensic examination proves the finger belongs to Nobert Günzel, who was previously convicted of rape and assault. The police raid Günzel’s residence, and discover a blood-stained table with restraints and bits of human flesh in his basement. They also find video equipment and preserved, tattooed skin from the victim’s back. Soon, they found dead bodies buried in the garden. Günzel then goes missing.
Who directed Tattoo?
Tattoo was directed by Robert Schwentke.
Who stars in Tattoo?
The principal cast of Tattoo includes August Diehl, Christian Redl, Nadeshda Brennicke, Johan Leysen, Ilknur Bahadir.
When was Tattoo released and how long is it?
Tattoo was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.
Who composed the musical score for Tattoo?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tattoo was composed by Martin Todsharow.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Tattoo?
Tattoo holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).