Phoenix
"A Gripping Noirish Study of Treachery, Identity and Survival."
Originally released in 2014. Phoenix is a drama film. directed by Christian Petzold.
Starring Nina Hoss, Ronald Zehrfeld, and Nina Kunzendorf
Synopsis
German-Jewish cabaret singer Nelly survived Auschwitz but had to undergo reconstructive surgery as her face was disfigured. Without recognizing Nelly, her former husband Johnny asks her to help him claim his wife’s inheritance. To see if he betrayed her, she agrees, becoming her own doppelganger.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 25, 2014
11 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (462 votes)
Box Office
$3.2M
Worldwide gross
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
- Revenue
- $3,184,472
Production Companies
- Schramm Film
- WDR
- BR
- ARTE
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenix about?
German-Jewish cabaret singer Nelly survived Auschwitz but had to undergo reconstructive surgery as her face was disfigured. Without recognizing Nelly, her former husband Johnny asks her to help him...
Who directed Phoenix?
Phoenix was directed by Christian Petzold.
How long is Phoenix?
Phoenix has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was Phoenix released?
Phoenix was released on September 25, 2014 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Phoenix?
The main cast of Phoenix includes Nina Hoss, Ronald Zehrfeld, Nina Kunzendorf, Trystan Pütter, Michael Maertens.
Is Phoenix worth watching?
Phoenix has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 462 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.