Der Bockerer
Originally released in 1963. Der Bockerer is a comedy/drama film. directed by Michael Kehlmann. With a runtime of 2h 24m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Fritz Muliar, Marianne Gerzner, and Heinz Trixner
Synopsis
Karl Bockerer is a Viennese original. He survives the ‘great times’ – to his own dismay his birthday is on the same day as the one of the “Führer” – by pretending to be more stupid than he really is, and uncovers, over and over again, the hypocrisy and the uptightness of the epic nonsense in his milieu by means of real and phony naivety. Where Schweijk made a mockery of the ruling system by being a presumptive follower, the Viennese butcher strives against the tide. And he is not alone, has family and friends. His personal braveness protects him neither from the rebellion in his own house, nor from the horrors of total war…
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 26, 1963
63 years ago
Runtime
2h 24m
144 minutes total
Language
German
Original language
Country
Austria
Production
Director
Top Cast
Fritz Muliar
as Karl Bockerer
Marianne Gerzner
as Sabine, seine Frau
Heinz Trixner
as Hans, beider Sohn
Hans Olden
as Hatzinger, pensionierter Postoffizial
Carl Merz
as Dr. Rosenblatt, Rechtsanwalt
Franz Böheim
as Rayoninspektor Guritsch
Johann Sklenka
as Hermann, Eisenbahner
Paula Nefzger
as Frau vom Hermann
Walter Kohut
as Ferdinand Gstettner, SS-Mann
Walter Schirlitz
as Dr. von Lamm
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- ORF
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Der Bockerer about?
Karl Bockerer is a Viennese original. He survives the ‘great times’ – to his own dismay his birthday is on the same day as the one of the “Führer” – by pretending to be more stupid tha...
Who directed Der Bockerer?
Der Bockerer was directed by Michael Kehlmann.
How long is Der Bockerer?
Der Bockerer has a runtime of 2 hours and 24 minutes (144 minutes total).
When was Der Bockerer released?
Der Bockerer was released on January 26, 1963 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Der Bockerer?
The main cast of Der Bockerer includes Fritz Muliar, Marianne Gerzner, Heinz Trixner, Hans Olden, Carl Merz.