Himmelsheim (1989)

In the idyllic Bavarian village of Himmelsheim, a peaceful existence is disrupted when the German Federal Railway plans to build a high-speed rail line through their town, necessitating a massive tunnel. The construction upheaval shakes the lives of the villagers, triggering old conflicts and new rivalries. Amidst this chaos, Toni, a spirited traveler with a video mobile, becomes entangled in a love triangle involving Petra and Jonny, a driller working on the project. While most of Himmelsheim unites against the railway, the wily winemaker and council member, Münzel, secures a solution.

Director: Manfred Stelzer
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 89 min
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Production: Journal Filmproduktion, Maran Film, Süddeutscher Rundfunk
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Manfred Stelzer
More Films in Genre: Comedy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Himmelsheim about?
In the idyllic Bavarian village of Himmelsheim, a peaceful existence is disrupted when the German Federal Railway plans to build a high-speed rail line through their town, necessitating a massive tunnel. The construction upheaval shakes the lives of the villagers, triggering old conflicts and new rivalries. Amidst this chaos, Toni, a spirited traveler with a video mobile, becomes entangled in a love triangle involving Petra and Jonny, a driller working on the project. While most of Himmelsheim unites against the railway, the wily winemaker and council member, Münzel, secures a solution.
Who directed Himmelsheim?
Himmelsheim was directed by Manfred Stelzer.
Who stars in Himmelsheim?
Himmelsheim stars Sigi Zimmerschied, Elke Sommer, Hanns Zischler, Elisabeth Welz, Theo Messingschlager, Tilly Lauenstein.
How long is Himmelsheim?
Himmelsheim has a runtime of 1h 29m (89 minutes).
What genre is Himmelsheim?
Himmelsheim is a Comedy film.
Where was Himmelsheim produced?
Himmelsheim was produced in Germany.