Der Rosa Riese (2008)

The press called him the “Pink Giant” or the “Beast from Beelitz”. Before the fall of the Wall, he murdered five women. Wearing pink underwear, he ambushed them in the forest. First he killed them, then he raped them. The East German press never mentioned such cases. When he was caught in 1992, journalists stormed the small village where he lived. In the meantime, he is confined to a psychiatric ward near Brandenburg. He is allowed to wear women’s clothes and is seeking a sex change.

Director: Rosa von Praunheim
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 54 min
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Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Der Rosa Riese about?
The press called him the “Pink Giant” or the “Beast from Beelitz”. Before the fall of the Wall, he murdered five women. Wearing pink underwear, he ambushed them in the forest. First he killed them, then he raped them. The East German press never mentioned such cases. When he was caught in 1992, journalists stormed the small village where he lived. In the meantime, he is confined to a psychiatric ward near Brandenburg. He is allowed to wear women’s clothes and is seeking a sex change.
Who directed Der Rosa Riese?
Der Rosa Riese was directed by Rosa von Praunheim.
Who stars in Der Rosa Riese?
Der Rosa Riese stars Charly Hübner, Christiane Ziehl.
How long is Der Rosa Riese?
Der Rosa Riese has a runtime of 54m (54 minutes).
What genre is Der Rosa Riese?
Der Rosa Riese is a Drama film.
Where was Der Rosa Riese produced?
Der Rosa Riese was produced in Germany.