The Circle
Originally released in 2014. The Circle is a drama/documentary film. directed by Stefan Haupt.
Starring Matthias Hungerbühler, Sven Schelker, and Babett Arens
Synopsis
A young teacher in Zurich in the 1950s falls in love with a transvestite star but is torn between his bourgeois existence and his commitment to homosexuality. He joins a gay organization that is eventually seen as the pioneer of gay emancipation in Europe.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 18, 2014
11 years ago
Runtime
1h 42m
102 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (41 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Switzerland
Production
Director
Top Cast
Matthias Hungerbühler
as Ernst Ostertag
Sven Schelker
as Röbi Rapp
Babett Arens
as Romy Sieber
Aaron Hitz
as Teacher Willi Öttli
Martin Hug
as Commissioner Baumgartner
Peter Jecklin
as Principal Dr. Max Sieber
Ueli Jäggi
as Martin Ostertag
Sebastian Ledesma
as Rinaldi - Italian Rent-Boy
Marie Leuenberger
as Miss Gabi Gerster
Matthias Meier
as Jean-Martin
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Contrast Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Circle about?
A young teacher in Zurich in the 1950s falls in love with a transvestite star but is torn between his bourgeois existence and his commitment to homosexuality. He joins a gay organization that is ev...
Who directed The Circle?
The Circle was directed by Stefan Haupt.
How long is The Circle?
The Circle has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was The Circle released?
The Circle was released on September 18, 2014 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Circle?
The main cast of The Circle includes Matthias Hungerbühler, Sven Schelker, Babett Arens, Aaron Hitz, Martin Hug.