The System movie poster

The System

January 12, 2012 1h 25m 4.8/10 (5 votes)

Originally released in 2012. The System is a drama film. directed by Marc Bauder. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Jacob Matschenz, Bernhard Schütz, and Jenny Schily

Synopsis

Mike is twenty, attractive, intelligent and a loner. He only shares his thoughts and an apartment in a prefabricated housing estate in Rostock with his best friend Dustin. There, on the roof with a view of the sea, they smoke their joints and sort stolen goods. Mike doesn't think beyond the next day. But everything changes when he is caught by Konrad Böhm during a break-in. The charismatic businessman introduces Mike to a parallel world of international lobbyists and former GDR secret service agents who have saved their networks for reunified Germany.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 12, 2012 14 years ago
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Runtime 1h 25m 85 minutes total
User Rating 4.8/10 Mixed (5 votes)
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Language German Original language
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Country Germany Production

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
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Production Companies

  • ZDF
  • Frisbeefilms
  • Bauderfilm
  • The Post Republic

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The System about?

Mike is twenty, attractive, intelligent and a loner. He only shares his thoughts and an apartment in a prefabricated housing estate in Rostock with his best friend Dustin. There, on the roof with a...

Who directed The System?

The System was directed by Marc Bauder.

How long is The System?

The System has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).

When was The System released?

The System was released on January 12, 2012 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The System?

The main cast of The System includes Jacob Matschenz, Bernhard Schütz, Jenny Schily, Heinz Hoenig, Florian Renner.