The Philosopher
Originally released in 1989. The Philosopher is a romance/comedy film. directed by Rudolf Thome. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Johannes Herrschmann, Adriana Altaras, and Friederike Tiefenbacher
Synopsis
The obscure philosopher Georg Hermes almost withdrew from the world to concentrate on his studies, especially Heraclitus, having no relationship since his mother's death. When he wants a new suit for a lecture (actually very minor) about his new book, he meets the sisters Franziska, Breate and Marthe, who run a boutique, share a house and have a lover each. Those invite Georg to dinner, Franziska even on dates. Falling off a boat he gets naked with her, and they become lovers. The girls all take to Hermes and get him to move in, spoiled by all and offered polygamy.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 26, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
1h 23m
83 minutes total
User Rating
5.4/10
Mixed (12 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- ARD
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Philosopher about?
The obscure philosopher Georg Hermes almost withdrew from the world to concentrate on his studies, especially Heraclitus, having no relationship since his mother's death. When he wants a new suit f...
Who directed The Philosopher?
The Philosopher was directed by Rudolf Thome.
How long is The Philosopher?
The Philosopher has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).
When was The Philosopher released?
The Philosopher was released on May 26, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Philosopher?
The main cast of The Philosopher includes Johannes Herrschmann, Adriana Altaras, Friederike Tiefenbacher, Claudia Matschulla, Jürgen Wink.