Die ersten Tage
“A silent film based on a radio play”
Synopsis
In this end-of-the-life scenario, which is designed as an expressive silent film with subtitles, a group of adolescents and scattered loners move through a destroyed landscape. One of the leaders is poisoned by his girlfriend, who now takes his place and demonstrates her power to a newcomer. However, he in turn passes the test of courage, puts himself in the place of the head of the group and leads the ever-growing community into an uncertain future.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Herbert Holba
- Screenplay & Story
- Herbert Holba, Wilhelm Pellert, Ernst A. Ekker
- Original Score
- Gerhard Walenta, Franz Wippel, Heimo Wisser, Gerhart Walter
- Original Title
- Die ersten Tage
- Country of Origin
- Austria
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Production Studios
- Filmclub ACTION
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Herbert Holba
Herbert Holba, Wilhelm Pellert, Ernst A. Ekker
Gerhard Walenta, Franz Wippel, Heimo Wisser, Gerhart Walter
Xaver Schwarzenberger
Gertraud Luschützky
Department Leadership Roster
Herbert Holba
Director
Herbert Holba
Writer
Wilhelm Pellert
Writer
Ernst A. Ekker
Writer
Xaver Schwarzenberger
Director of Photography
Gertraud Luschützky
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Frequently Asked Questions About Die ersten Tage
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What is Die ersten Tage about?
In this end-of-the-life scenario, which is designed as an expressive silent film with subtitles, a group of adolescents and scattered loners move through a destroyed landscape. One of the leaders is poisoned by his girlfriend, who now takes his place and demonstrates her power to a newcomer. However, he in turn passes the test of courage, puts himself in the place of the head of the group and leads the ever-growing community into an uncertain future.
Who directed Die ersten Tage?
Die ersten Tage was directed by Herbert Holba.
Who stars in Die ersten Tage?
The principal cast of Die ersten Tage includes Ariane Niehoff, Olga Felber, Heinz Herki, Karl-Heinz Hayek, Gerhard Stingl.
When was Die ersten Tage released and how long is it?
Die ersten Tage was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.
Who composed the musical score for Die ersten Tage?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Die ersten Tage was composed by Gerhard Walenta, Franz Wippel, Heimo Wisser, Gerhart Walter.