Der schwarze Obelisk
Originally released in 1988. Der schwarze Obelisk is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Peter Deutsch.
Starring Udo Schenk, Rainer Hunold, and Karina Thayenthal
Synopsis
In 1923, Ludwig Bodmer, a young man returning from the war, works in the gravestone company of his comrade Georg Kroll during the period of inflation. Business is going well, but inflation robs them of their profits and people suffer under the circumstances of the time. The "lost generation" in particular, the survivors of the First World War, of which Ludwig is one, struggles to find a place in society.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Udo Schenk
as Ludwig Bodmer
Rainer Hunold
as Georg Kroll
Karina Thayenthal
as Isabelle
Marina Krogull
as Gerda Schneider
Stephan Schwartz
as Otto Bambus
Siegfried Grönig
as Hungermann
Elfi Eschke
as Lisa Watzek
Heinz Schimmelpfennig
as Riesenfeld
Petra Maria Grühn
as Renée
Rainer Pigulla
as Dr. Wernick
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Deutsche Buchgemeinschaft
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Der schwarze Obelisk about?
In 1923, Ludwig Bodmer, a young man returning from the war, works in the gravestone company of his comrade Georg Kroll during the period of inflation. Business is going well, but inflation robs the...
Who directed Der schwarze Obelisk?
Der schwarze Obelisk was directed by Peter Deutsch.
When was Der schwarze Obelisk released?
Der schwarze Obelisk was released on June 26, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Der schwarze Obelisk?
The main cast of Der schwarze Obelisk includes Udo Schenk, Rainer Hunold, Karina Thayenthal, Marina Krogull, Stephan Schwartz.