Michael Gaismayr (2023)

Michael Gaismair is generally known as the leader of the oppressed people in the Tyrolean peasant uprisings in the 16th century. Yet he was far more than a simple rebel. Michael Gaismair had extraordinary foresight and he dared to fundamentally question the church and the supremacy of the nobles – which of course did not please the authorities at all. Betrayal and imprisonment only fueled his passion for the concerns of the peasants and ensured that he was no longer content with reforms. In his thoughts and actions, he was in no way inferior to Martin Luther and Thomas Müntzer. His plans and actions brought him into contact with the Swiss reformer Ulrich Zwingli and the two kingdoms of France and Venice. His demands was far ahead of its time and already included points such as the separation of the church from the state, or the reduction of privileges. But the powerful Habsburgs knew how to prevent this and persecuted the Tyrolean leader until his death.

Director: Wolfgang Moser
Genre: History
Runtime: 76 min
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Screenplay

Music: Robert Neumair
Editing: Milena Holzknecht
Production: Terra Internationale Filmproduktionen, Albolina Film
Country: Italy
Language: Deutsch
Budget: $435,000
Original Language: de

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Michael Gaismayr about?
Michael Gaismair is generally known as the leader of the oppressed people in the Tyrolean peasant uprisings in the 16th century. Yet he was far more than a simple rebel. Michael Gaismair had extraordinary foresight and he dared to fundamentally question the church and the supremacy of the nobles – which of course did not please the authorities at all. Betrayal and imprisonment only fueled his passion for the concerns of the peasants and ensured that he was no longer content with reforms. In his thoughts and actions, he was in no way inferior to Martin Luther and Thomas Müntzer. His plans and actions brought him into contact with the Swiss reformer Ulrich Zwingli and the two kingdoms of France and Venice. His demands was far ahead of its time and already included points such as the separation of the church from the state, or the reduction of privileges. But the powerful Habsburgs knew how to prevent this and persecuted the Tyrolean leader until his death.
Who directed Michael Gaismayr?
Michael Gaismayr was directed by Wolfgang Moser.
Who stars in Michael Gaismayr?
Michael Gaismayr stars Alexa Brunner, Günther Götsch, Peter Schorn.
How long is Michael Gaismayr?
Michael Gaismayr has a runtime of 1h 16m (76 minutes).
What genre is Michael Gaismayr?
Michael Gaismayr is a History film.
What is the budget of Michael Gaismayr?
Michael Gaismayr had a budget of $435,000.
Where was Michael Gaismayr produced?
Michael Gaismayr was produced in Italy.