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The Sheltering Desert

February 1, 1991 1h 35m

Originally released in 1991. The Sheltering Desert is a adventure/war film. directed by Regardt van den Bergh.

Starring Jason Connery, Rupert Graves, and Joss Ackland

Synopsis

In 1935 two German geologists, Henno Martin and Hermann Korn, leave Nazi Germany for South-West Africa (Namibia) to conduct field research. At the outbreak of the Second World War, many male Germans living in South-West Africa are interned in local camps. As pacifists the two German scientists refuse to be arrested and flee into the Namib Desert. They live for over two years in the vastness of the desert like ancient bushmen under indescribable circumstances, facing the challenge to survive and, at the same time, the threat to be detected. On the radio they follow the war events in Europe. Their adventure comes to an end when Hermann Korn starts suffering seriously from malnutrition.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 1, 1991 34 years ago
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Runtime 1h 35m 95 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country Ireland + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Sheltering Desert about?

In 1935 two German geologists, Henno Martin and Hermann Korn, leave Nazi Germany for South-West Africa (Namibia) to conduct field research. At the outbreak of the Second World War, many male German...

Who directed The Sheltering Desert?

The Sheltering Desert was directed by Regardt van den Bergh.

How long is The Sheltering Desert?

The Sheltering Desert has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).

When was The Sheltering Desert released?

The Sheltering Desert was released on February 1, 1991 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Sheltering Desert?

The main cast of The Sheltering Desert includes Jason Connery, Rupert Graves, Joss Ackland, Kate Normington, John Carson.