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Der Streit um des Esels Schatten

1990·Movie
1h 15min
100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score

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Funny, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Nostalgia5
  • Family Dynamics5

Humor

Plenty of satire and situational comedy

  • Satire & Parody8
  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay7

World

History and society

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Standout performances and dialogue

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

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The philosopher Democritus has a toothache, so a dentist from ancient Abdera sets off for his house. En route, he gets into a fight with a donkey driver. This conflict eventually causes all of Abdera to go crazy. Just when the city is seconds away from having a civil war, Democritus' apprentice shows up to ease the city's tensions with a gift.
Historical SatireAbsurdist ComedyAncient GreeceSocial CommentaryPhilosophicalDialogue-DrivenPolitical IntrigueEccentric Characters

Crew

Directed by:
Walter Beck
Written by:
Walter Beck, Christoph Martin Wieland, Friedhold Bauer
Composed by:
Günther Fischer

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100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 100/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Der Streit um des Esels Schatten?

1 h 15 min

Der Streit um des Esels Schatten runs 1 h 15 min.

What language is Der Streit um des Esels Schatten in?

German

It was made in German. Produced in XG.