Der achte Tag (1990)
A medical doctor who is regarded as a specialist in retort research has been found dead. Science journalist Vera Pukall investigates the alleged suicide and uncovers the ruthless activities of a large pharmaceutical company. She receives help from Dr. Svoboda, of all people, the group's main stockholder.
Director: Reinhard Münster
Genre: Science Fiction, Drama, Thriller
Runtime: 99 min
Release Date: June 30, 1990
Cast
- Katharina Thalbach - Vera Pukall
- Hans Christian Blech - Dr. Svoboda
- Heinz Hoenig - Holger
- Peter Simonischek - Volker de Vries
- Hannelore Elsner - Mrs. de Vries
- Heinz-Werner Kraehkamp - Hamacher
- Lukas Ammann - Prof. Wagner
- Ulrich Pleitgen - Dittmann
- Nicolette Krebitz - Sylvie
- Rosalinde Renn - Carola Stein
Screenplay
Music: Günther Fischer
Cinematography: Axel Block
Editing: Raimund Barthelmes
Production: Von Vietinghoff Filmproduktion
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
Keywords
gene manipulation, investigative reporter, pharmaceuticals company
More Films by Director: Reinhard Münster
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Der achte Tag about?
- A medical doctor who is regarded as a specialist in retort research has been found dead. Science journalist Vera Pukall investigates the alleged suicide and uncovers the ruthless activities of a large pharmaceutical company. She receives help from Dr. Svoboda, of all people, the group's main stockholder.
- Who directed Der achte Tag?
- Der achte Tag was directed by Reinhard Münster.
- Who stars in Der achte Tag?
- Der achte Tag stars Katharina Thalbach, Hans Christian Blech, Heinz Hoenig, Peter Simonischek, Hannelore Elsner, Heinz-Werner Kraehkamp.
- How long is Der achte Tag?
- Der achte Tag has a runtime of 1h 39m (99 minutes).
- What genre is Der achte Tag?
- Der achte Tag is a Science Fiction, Drama, Thriller film.
- Where was Der achte Tag produced?
- Der achte Tag was produced in Germany.