Opera ball
"The Opera ball turns into a catastrophe this year - hundreds die in front of the cameras..."
Originally released in 1998. Opera ball is a drama/thriller film. directed by Urs Egger. With a runtime of 3h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Heiner Lauterbach, Franka Potente, and Frank Giering
Synopsis
The Vienna State Opera on Thursday before the Carnival. As every year the large ball rather is attended by celebrities from politics and the media. Just the arrival of newcomers is finished and the Polonaise faded as it is in the best tradition: "Alles Walzer". transferred with 20 cameras live throughout the world. Television journalist Fraser (Heiner Lauterbach) views the event from the control room, outside in the hall leads his son has one of the cameras. Suddenly all hell breaks loose: poison gas flows from hidden containers, hundreds of guests die in agony, millions of horrified spectators experience it on the TV screen...
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 15, 1998
27 years ago
Runtime
3h 0m
180 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (6 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Austria
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Director
Top Cast
Heiner Lauterbach
as Kurt Frazer
Franka Potente
as Gabrielle Becker
Frank Giering
as Jörg Blahacek 'Ingenieur'
Caroline Goodall
as Heather Frazer
Gudrun Landgrebe
as Claudia Röhler
Désirée Nosbusch
as Iris von Hagen
Wolfgang Böck
as Reso Dorf, neuer Polizeipräsident
Martin Brambach
as Der Lange, Terrorist
Max Moor
as Günther
Richard Bohringer
as Michel Reboisson
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Sat.1
- Constantin Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Opera ball about?
The Vienna State Opera on Thursday before the Carnival. As every year the large ball rather is attended by celebrities from politics and the media. Just the arrival of newcomers is finished and the...
Who directed Opera ball?
Opera ball was directed by Urs Egger.
How long is Opera ball?
Opera ball has a runtime of 3 hours and 0 minutes (180 minutes total).
When was Opera ball released?
Opera ball was released on March 15, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Opera ball?
The main cast of Opera ball includes Heiner Lauterbach, Franka Potente, Frank Giering, Caroline Goodall, Gudrun Landgrebe.