Hiob (1978)
In war-torn Galicia, devout Jew Mendel Singer’s family faces hardship: his eldest sons are conscripted - one flees to Austria, then America - while their frail newborn Menuchim is deemed unfit to emigrate. Torn between love and survival, Mendel must choose who goes to the New World.
Director: Michael Kehlmann
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 247 min
Release Date: January 1, 1978
Cast
- Günter Mack - Mendel Singer
- Despina Pajanou - Mirjam
- Susi Nicoletti - Frau Skowronnek
- Eric Pohlmann - Herr Skowronnek
- Klaus Behrendt
- Ludwig Hirsch - Schemarjah
- Towje Kleiner - Mr.Frisch
- Erich Auer
- Otto Kerry
Screenplay
- Michael Kehlmann
- Joseph Roth (Novel)
Production: NDR, ORF
Country: Austria, Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Michael Kehlmann
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Hiob about?
- In war-torn Galicia, devout Jew Mendel Singer’s family faces hardship: his eldest sons are conscripted - one flees to Austria, then America - while their frail newborn Menuchim is deemed unfit to emigrate. Torn between love and survival, Mendel must choose who goes to the New World.
- Who directed Hiob?
- Hiob was directed by Michael Kehlmann.
- Who stars in Hiob?
- Hiob stars Günter Mack, Despina Pajanou, Susi Nicoletti, Eric Pohlmann, Klaus Behrendt, Ludwig Hirsch.
- How long is Hiob?
- Hiob has a runtime of 4h 7m (247 minutes).
- What genre is Hiob?
- Hiob is a Drama film.
- Where was Hiob produced?
- Hiob was produced in Austria, Germany.