Menschenfrauen (1980)
Menschenfrauen is a film about relationships and the psychological oppression of women in society. Franz, a journalist, maintains relationships with four women. His three mistresses are introduced with television dreams of intense emotional violence (in the first dream, a mother shouts at her daughter, explaining that as a girl, she does not deserve a room of her own), and the fourth is his wife. He is desperate to have each to himself. Franz never offers a substantial sign of love, but is willing to say anything and make any promise for affection. His dependence on women for fulfilment is explained through arguments with his wife. He claims "I am my own sound. The women produce voices within me." An understandable and sometimes sympathetic antagonist is one of the films greatest strengths. The emotional damage he causes becomes believable.
Cast
- Elly Naschold
- Lukas Resetarits
- Klaus Wildbolz - Franz
- Susanne Widl - Anna Sand
- Maria Martina - Gertrud
- Renée Felden - Elisabeth
- Christiane von Aster
Screenplay
Keywords
feminism, woman director
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Menschenfrauen about?
- Menschenfrauen is a film about relationships and the psychological oppression of women in society. Franz, a journalist, maintains relationships with four women. His three mistresses are introduced with television dreams of intense emotional violence (in the first dream, a mother shouts at her daughter, explaining that as a girl, she does not deserve a room of her own), and the fourth is his wife. He is desperate to have each to himself. Franz never offers a substantial sign of love, but is willing to say anything and make any promise for affection. His dependence on women for fulfilment is explained through arguments with his wife. He claims "I am my own sound. The women produce voices within me." An understandable and sometimes sympathetic antagonist is one of the films greatest strengths. The emotional damage he causes becomes believable.
- Who directed Menschenfrauen?
- Menschenfrauen was directed by Valie Export.
- Who stars in Menschenfrauen?
- Menschenfrauen stars Elly Naschold, Lukas Resetarits, Klaus Wildbolz, Susanne Widl, Maria Martina, Renée Felden.
- How long is Menschenfrauen?
- Menschenfrauen has a runtime of 2h 12m (132 minutes).
- What genre is Menschenfrauen?
- Menschenfrauen is a Drama, TV Movie film.
- Where was Menschenfrauen produced?
- Menschenfrauen was produced in Austria, Germany.