The Double Face of Peter Lorre (1984)

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Peter Lorre achieved international fame for his performance in the myth-making role in M. This character has held a peculiar fascination for generations of cinephiles. However, at the time, whilst such success meant recognition, it also weighed on the Hungarian actor as a constrictive burden. Using photographs and film extracts, Das doppelte Gesicht reconstructs the ups and downs of Lorre's career, taking into consideration the economic imperatives and workings of the film industry at the time. (Arnold Hohmann, 1984)

Director: Felix Hoffmann, Harun Farocki
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 59 min
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Production: Harun Farocki Filmproduktion, WDR
Country: Germany
Language: English, Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Felix Hoffmann, Harun Farocki
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Double Face of Peter Lorre about?
Peter Lorre achieved international fame for his performance in the myth-making role in M. This character has held a peculiar fascination for generations of cinephiles. However, at the time, whilst such success meant recognition, it also weighed on the Hungarian actor as a constrictive burden. Using photographs and film extracts, Das doppelte Gesicht reconstructs the ups and downs of Lorre's career, taking into consideration the economic imperatives and workings of the film industry at the time. (Arnold Hohmann, 1984)
Who directed The Double Face of Peter Lorre?
The Double Face of Peter Lorre was directed by Felix Hoffmann, Harun Farocki.
Who stars in The Double Face of Peter Lorre?
The Double Face of Peter Lorre stars Peter Lorre.
How long is The Double Face of Peter Lorre?
The Double Face of Peter Lorre has a runtime of 59m (59 minutes).
What genre is The Double Face of Peter Lorre?
The Double Face of Peter Lorre is a Documentary film.
Where was The Double Face of Peter Lorre produced?
The Double Face of Peter Lorre was produced in Germany.