Hirschfeld – The Unknown Known
Released in January 2026. Hirschfeld – The Unknown Known is a documentary film. directed by Stina Werenfels. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ruth Hirschfeld
Synopsis
The reputation of Zurich's Schauspielhaus theater is based on figures such as Bertolt Brecht and Therese Giese, who turned it into a bastion of cultural resistance during the Nazi era. After the war, the global successes of Max Frisch and Friedrich Dürrenmatt consolidated this reputation. But the architect of this glory has been forgotten: Kurt Hirschfeld.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Dschoint Ventschr Filmproduktion
- SRF
- 3sat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hirschfeld – The Unknown Known about?
The reputation of Zurich's Schauspielhaus theater is based on figures such as Bertolt Brecht and Therese Giese, who turned it into a bastion of cultural resistance during the Nazi era. After the wa...
Who directed Hirschfeld – The Unknown Known?
Hirschfeld – The Unknown Known was directed by Stina Werenfels.
How long is Hirschfeld – The Unknown Known?
Hirschfeld – The Unknown Known has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was Hirschfeld – The Unknown Known released?
Hirschfeld – The Unknown Known was released on January 24, 2026 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hirschfeld – The Unknown Known?
The main cast of Hirschfeld – The Unknown Known includes Ruth Hirschfeld.