Lifespan (1975)

Lifespan (1975) poster

Cult icon Klaus Kinski features in this dark and intriguing existential thriller. He plays the mysterious "Swiss Man" - ruthless industrialist Nicolas Ulrich - who is obsessed with a search for the elixir of life. He tricks a young American scientist into joining him on his demonic quest. A quest that ends in suicide, death and madness. The story takes place in the atmospheric European city of Amsterdam. Its winding alleys and ancient canals trap the characters in a labyrinthine maze as they find themselves manipulated like figures on a giant chess board.

Director: Sandy Whitelaw
Genre: Drama, Thriller, Science Fiction, Mystery
Runtime: 77 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Terry Riley
Editing: Jan Dop
Production: Whitepal Productions
Country: Netherlands, United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Trailer

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More Films by Director: Sandy Whitelaw
More Films in Genre: Drama, Thriller, Science Fiction

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lifespan about?
Cult icon Klaus Kinski features in this dark and intriguing existential thriller. He plays the mysterious "Swiss Man" - ruthless industrialist Nicolas Ulrich - who is obsessed with a search for the elixir of life. He tricks a young American scientist into joining him on his demonic quest. A quest that ends in suicide, death and madness. The story takes place in the atmospheric European city of Amsterdam. Its winding alleys and ancient canals trap the characters in a labyrinthine maze as they find themselves manipulated like figures on a giant chess board.
Who directed Lifespan?
Lifespan was directed by Sandy Whitelaw.
Who stars in Lifespan?
Lifespan stars Hiram Keller, Tina Aumont, Klaus Kinski, Fons Rademakers, Eric Schneider, Frans Mulder.
How long is Lifespan?
Lifespan has a runtime of 1h 17m (77 minutes).
What genre is Lifespan?
Lifespan is a Drama, Thriller, Science Fiction, Mystery film.
Where was Lifespan produced?
Lifespan was produced in Netherlands, United States of America.