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The West Is Alive

July 19, 1984 0h 4m

Originally released in 1984. The West Is Alive is a feature film. directed by Klaus vom Bruch. At just 4 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Heike-Melba Fendel

Synopsis

The West is alive (Der Westen Lebt) is a highly charged work, a powerful visual metaphor of desire within the symbolism of Western cultural mythology. A man and a woman fighting for a kiss collide on-screen with a repeated film fragment of the thrusting pistons of an oncoming train. The couple's erotic interplay is at once passionate, violent and ironic.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 19, 1984 41 years ago
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Runtime 0h 4m 4 minutes total
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Language English Original language

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The West Is Alive about?

The West is alive (Der Westen Lebt) is a highly charged work, a powerful visual metaphor of desire within the symbolism of Western cultural mythology. A man and a woman fighting for a kiss collide ...

Who directed The West Is Alive?

The West Is Alive was directed by Klaus vom Bruch.

How long is The West Is Alive?

The West Is Alive has a runtime of 0 hours and 4 minutes (4 minutes total).

When was The West Is Alive released?

The West Is Alive was released on July 19, 1984 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The West Is Alive?

The main cast of The West Is Alive includes Heike-Melba Fendel.