The Beginner movie poster

The Beginner

January 18, 2018 1h 39m 6.3/10 (9 votes)

Originally released in 2018. The Beginner is a drama/family film. directed by Alexandra Sell.

Starring Ulrike Krumbiegel, Annekathrin Bürger, and Maria Rogozina

Synopsis

A coming-of-age tale with a difference about the grumpy doctor Annebarbel Buschhaus donning her ice skates again at the age of 58 after an absence of 40 years. Back on the ice, she tries to revive long suppressed childhood dreams – and makes a new friend, Jolina Kuhn, Berlin’s youth figure skating champion. Through her new friend, Annebarbel begins to open up and break away from her dominant mother.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 18, 2018 8 years ago
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Runtime 1h 39m 99 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (9 votes)
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Language German Original language
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Country Germany Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE

Production Companies

  • Flare Film
  • Cine Plus Filmproduktion
  • ZDF
  • ARTE
  • Lichtblick Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Beginner about?

A coming-of-age tale with a difference about the grumpy doctor Annebarbel Buschhaus donning her ice skates again at the age of 58 after an absence of 40 years. Back on the ice, she tries to revive ...

Who directed The Beginner?

The Beginner was directed by Alexandra Sell.

How long is The Beginner?

The Beginner has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).

When was The Beginner released?

The Beginner was released on January 18, 2018 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Beginner?

The main cast of The Beginner includes Ulrike Krumbiegel, Annekathrin Bürger, Maria Rogozina, Christine Errath, Rainer Bock.