The Candidate
Originally released in 1980. The Candidate is a documentary film. directed by Stefan Aust. With a runtime of 2h 9m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Franz Josef Strauß and Ernst Albrecht
Synopsis
Made with an eye to the autumn of 1980 when the German parliamentary elections took place, The Candidate examines Germany’s history past and present and Franz Josef Strauß, the man who, as the CDU/CSU candidate, aspires to be elected to the most important political office in the land.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 18, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
2h 9m
129 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Kairos-Film
- Pro-ject Filmproduktion
- Neue Bioskop Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Candidate about?
Made with an eye to the autumn of 1980 when the German parliamentary elections took place, The Candidate examines Germany’s history past and present and Franz Josef Strauß, the man who, as the C...
Who directed The Candidate?
The Candidate was directed by Stefan Aust.
How long is The Candidate?
The Candidate has a runtime of 2 hours and 9 minutes (129 minutes total).
When was The Candidate released?
The Candidate was released on April 18, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Candidate?
The main cast of The Candidate includes Franz Josef Strauß, Ernst Albrecht.