Lenz (1971)
Film adaptation of the short Büchner story of the same name, which tells of the stay of the psychotic Sturm und Drang poet Lenz in the home of the Alsatian priest and philanthropist Oberlin. The poet, whose pathological hallucinations are becoming increasingly unbearable, hopes for help from the gentle clergyman. But Oberlin, too, knows no advice; he regards his friend's illness as God-given.
Director: George Moorse
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 130 min
Release Date: March 24, 1971
Cast
- Michael König - Lenz
- Louis Waldon - Pfarrer Oberlin
- Grischa Huber - Frau Oberlin
- Rolf Zacher - Kaufmann
- Klaus Lea
- Kristin Peterson
- Julia Heinemann
- Elke Koska
- Monica Maurer
Screenplay
- Georg Büchner (Story)
- George Moorse
Music: David Llewellyn
Cinematography: Gérard Vandenberg
Editing: Christa Wernicke
Production: Barbara Moorse Workshop, Literarisches Colloquium
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: George Moorse
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Lenz about?
- Film adaptation of the short Büchner story of the same name, which tells of the stay of the psychotic Sturm und Drang poet Lenz in the home of the Alsatian priest and philanthropist Oberlin. The poet, whose pathological hallucinations are becoming increasingly unbearable, hopes for help from the gentle clergyman. But Oberlin, too, knows no advice; he regards his friend's illness as God-given.
- Who directed Lenz?
- Lenz was directed by George Moorse.
- Who stars in Lenz?
- Lenz stars Michael König, Louis Waldon, Grischa Huber, Rolf Zacher, Klaus Lea, Kristin Peterson.
- How long is Lenz?
- Lenz has a runtime of 2h 10m (130 minutes).
- What genre is Lenz?
- Lenz is a Drama film.
- Where was Lenz produced?
- Lenz was produced in Germany.