Die Mauer – Berlin '61
Originally released in 2006. Die Mauer – Berlin '61 is a drama/history film. directed by Hartmut Schoen.
Starring Iris Berben, Johanna Gastdorf, and Heino Ferch
Synopsis
August 1961: To earn a bit of West German money, East Berlin "plaselayer" Hans Kuhlke smuggles scrap metal to his friend Erwin Sawatzke in West Berlin. One evening, he and his wife are invited to the Sawatzkes' house. Meanwhile, their son Paul stays with a friend in East Berlin. On this summer night, the political situation in Berlin comes to a dramatic head: the borders are closed and the construction of the Wall is initiated. The disappearance of his parents leaves 14-year-old pioneer Paul torn between family ties and loyalty to the party. At the last second, he sees through his role in the system and is taken in by his piano teacher. Together they plan their escape to the West - but it turns into a race against time.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 29, 2006
19 years ago
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (3 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Iris Berben
as Lavinia Kellermann
Johanna Gastdorf
as Renate Sawatzke
Heino Ferch
as Hans Kuhlke
Inka Friedrich
as Katharina Kuhlke
Sybille J. Schedwill
as Frau im Zug
Axel Prahl
as Erwin Sawatzke
Frederick Lau
as Paul Kuhlke
Wilfried Hochholdinger
as FDJ-Funktionär und Erzieher
Marie Gruber
as Nachbarin
Ralf Dittrich
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- teamWorx
- UFA Fernsehproduktion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Die Mauer – Berlin '61 about?
August 1961: To earn a bit of West German money, East Berlin "plaselayer" Hans Kuhlke smuggles scrap metal to his friend Erwin Sawatzke in West Berlin. One evening, he and his wife are invited to t...
Who directed Die Mauer – Berlin '61?
Die Mauer – Berlin '61 was directed by Hartmut Schoen.
When was Die Mauer – Berlin '61 released?
Die Mauer – Berlin '61 was released on September 29, 2006 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Die Mauer – Berlin '61?
The main cast of Die Mauer – Berlin '61 includes Iris Berben, Johanna Gastdorf, Heino Ferch, Inka Friedrich, Sybille J. Schedwill.