Chinese Roulette (1977)
Ariane and Gerhard Christ, a wealthy Munich couple, plan for the weekend on separate trips, lying to the other about their trysts. However, their itineraries are complicated when they both arrive at the family's country home with their respective lovers.
Director: Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 86 min
Release Date: February 23, 1977
Cast
- Anna Karina - Irene Cartis
- Margit Carstensen - Ariane Christ
- Brigitte Mira - Kast
- Ulli Lommel - Kolbe
- Alexander Allerson - Gerhard Christ
- Volker Spengler - Gabriel Kast
- Macha Méril - Traunitz
- Andrea Schober - Angela Christ
- Armin Meier - Man at service station
Screenplay
Music: Peer Raben
Cinematography: Michael Ballhaus
Editing: Ila von Hasperg
Production: Albatros Filmproduktion, Les Films du Losange, Multicine
Country: Germany, France
Language: Deutsch, Français
Original Language: de
Themes
Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Struggling to Save a Failing Marriage
Keywords
adultery, infidelity, munich, germany, castle, disabled child, mute, parenting, rebellious daughter, game, governess, open marriage, mother daughter estrangement, crutches, dinner party, cheating husband
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Chinese Roulette about?
- Ariane and Gerhard Christ, a wealthy Munich couple, plan for the weekend on separate trips, lying to the other about their trysts. However, their itineraries are complicated when they both arrive at the family's country home with their respective lovers.
- Who directed Chinese Roulette?
- Chinese Roulette was directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.
- Who stars in Chinese Roulette?
- Chinese Roulette stars Anna Karina, Margit Carstensen, Brigitte Mira, Ulli Lommel, Alexander Allerson, Volker Spengler.
- How long is Chinese Roulette?
- Chinese Roulette has a runtime of 1h 26m (86 minutes).
- What genre is Chinese Roulette?
- Chinese Roulette is a Drama film.
- Where was Chinese Roulette produced?
- Chinese Roulette was produced in Germany, France.
- What are the themes of Chinese Roulette?
- The themes of Chinese Roulette include: Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Struggling to Save a Failing Marriage.