Yearning for Sodom (1989)

Yearning for Sodom (1989) poster

Made during the last months of actor Kurt Raab, who died of AIDS in 1988. Raab, who had worked in both theatre and film, most notably with Fassbinder, was in the process of making a series of video sketches for a new production when he learned that he had AIDS. Despite his deteriorating health, and with the caring support of his friend Hans Hirshmuller, he carried on working. This tape is his last testimony.

Director: Kurt Raab, Hans Hirschmüller, Hanno Baethe
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 45 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Gisbert Funke
Editing: Michael F. Huse, Hanno Baethe
Production: ZDF, Hanno Baethe Film- und Videoproduktion
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de

Keywords

aids, new german wave, hiv

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yearning for Sodom about?
Made during the last months of actor Kurt Raab, who died of AIDS in 1988. Raab, who had worked in both theatre and film, most notably with Fassbinder, was in the process of making a series of video sketches for a new production when he learned that he had AIDS. Despite his deteriorating health, and with the caring support of his friend Hans Hirshmuller, he carried on working. This tape is his last testimony.
Who directed Yearning for Sodom?
Yearning for Sodom was directed by Kurt Raab, Hans Hirschmüller, Hanno Baethe.
Who stars in Yearning for Sodom?
Yearning for Sodom stars Kurt Raab, Hans Hirschmüller, Ingrid Caven, Anke Oehme, Conni Moré.
How long is Yearning for Sodom?
Yearning for Sodom has a runtime of 45m (45 minutes).
What genre is Yearning for Sodom?
Yearning for Sodom is a Documentary film.
Where was Yearning for Sodom produced?
Yearning for Sodom was produced in Germany.