Knife in the Head
Originally released in 1978. Knife in the Head is a drama film. directed by Reinhard Hauff.
Starring Bruno Ganz, Angela Winkler, and Hans Christian Blech
Synopsis
One night when seeking his estranged wife, Hoffmann goes to the youth center where she works. The police are there rounding up radicals who frequent the center - Hoffmann runs into the building and ends up being shot in the head. He awakens with brain trauma, partially paralyzed and unable to speak. The police accuse him of stabbing an officer; the radicals herald him as an innocent victim of police brutality. During his slow recovery at the hospital, Hoffmann must piece together his life and struggle to remember the events of that night.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 17, 1978
47 years ago
Runtime
1h 48m
108 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (21 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Neue Bioskop Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knife in the Head about?
One night when seeking his estranged wife, Hoffmann goes to the youth center where she works. The police are there rounding up radicals who frequent the center - Hoffmann runs into the building and...
Who directed Knife in the Head?
Knife in the Head was directed by Reinhard Hauff.
How long is Knife in the Head?
Knife in the Head has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).
When was Knife in the Head released?
Knife in the Head was released on November 17, 1978 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Knife in the Head?
The main cast of Knife in the Head includes Bruno Ganz, Angela Winkler, Hans Christian Blech, Heinz Hoenig, Hans Brenner.