Imperative (1982)

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Polish director Krzysztof Zanussi once more explores the dilemma of intellectualism at the expense of humanity in 1982's Imperative. The story concerns math professor Robert Powell, who feels that there is something lacking in his ever-so-precise life. What is missing is truth, specifically philosophical truth. Thus he philosophizes at great length, allowing director Zanussi plenty of room for didactic but little room for warmth. Leading ladies Brigette Fossey and Leslie Caron occasionally melt through the cold logic of Imperative.

Director: Krzysztof Zanussi
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 102 min
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Screenplay

Music: Wojciech Kilar
Cinematography: Slawomir Idziak
Editing: Liesgret Schmitt-Klink
Production: Telefilm Saar, SR
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch, English, Pусский
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Krzysztof Zanussi
More Films in Genre: Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Imperative about?
Polish director Krzysztof Zanussi once more explores the dilemma of intellectualism at the expense of humanity in 1982's Imperative. The story concerns math professor Robert Powell, who feels that there is something lacking in his ever-so-precise life. What is missing is truth, specifically philosophical truth. Thus he philosophizes at great length, allowing director Zanussi plenty of room for didactic but little room for warmth. Leading ladies Brigette Fossey and Leslie Caron occasionally melt through the cold logic of Imperative.
Who directed Imperative?
Imperative was directed by Krzysztof Zanussi.
Who stars in Imperative?
Imperative stars Robert Powell, Brigitte Fossey, Zbigniew Zapasiewicz, Matthias Habich, Sigfrit Steiner, Leslie Caron.
How long is Imperative?
Imperative has a runtime of 1h 42m (102 minutes).
What genre is Imperative?
Imperative is a Drama film.
Where was Imperative produced?
Imperative was produced in Germany.