Farewell to Peace
Originally released in 1979. Farewell to Peace is a drama film. directed by Hans-Joachim Kasprzik. With a runtime of 4h 15m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Horst Schulze, Angelika Waller, and Ezard Haußmann
Synopsis
Prague 1913: The family of newspaper publisher Alexander Reither, traditionally reunited for a New Year's dinner, moves along convoluted and secretive paths in everyday life. Granddaughter Wally is impressed by the opaque businessman Marko Gelusich. Her cousin Adrienne meets the young socialist Joseph Prokop at an illegal anarchist meeting. On a business trip to Vienna, Alexander Reither falls in love with Irene v. Claudi. Adrienne wants to move completely into Joseph Prokop's proletarian world, but her mother Kalivoda makes her a painful announcement. Joseph already has a girl. Alexander finds Irene v. Claudi in Budapest. They spend happy days in Vienna. In Prague, the printing workers go on strike. Adrienne fights alongside the workers and Robert Kalivoda. She experiences class struggle with her cousin Guido Frank. Alexander tries to introduce Irene to the family.
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- DE
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farewell to Peace about?
Prague 1913: The family of newspaper publisher Alexander Reither, traditionally reunited for a New Year's dinner, moves along convoluted and secretive paths in everyday life. Granddaughter Wally is...
Who directed Farewell to Peace?
Farewell to Peace was directed by Hans-Joachim Kasprzik.
How long is Farewell to Peace?
Farewell to Peace has a runtime of 4 hours and 15 minutes (255 minutes total).
When was Farewell to Peace released?
Farewell to Peace was released on September 19, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Farewell to Peace?
The main cast of Farewell to Peace includes Horst Schulze, Angelika Waller, Ezard Haußmann, Irma Münch, Madeleine Lierck.