From the Family of Reptiles (1974)

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A commissioned work for a television series on WDR, A House for Us. FROM THE FAMILY OF REPTILES and THE ISLAND are a complete program in two episodes. After all with Michael Ballhaus as the cinematographer. Ute (Katja Wulff), an 8 year old girl, constantly runs away from home and the youth center to escape into her own world. She spends many hours at the zoo and especially in front of the crocodile compound. Monika Brehm (Lisa Kreuzer), the kindergarten teacher, tries to find an entrance into Ute’s world. She realizes that her escapes are a form of withdrawal from her parents and the grown up world.

Director: Wim Wenders
Genre: Family, Drama
Runtime: 25 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Arpad Bondy
Cinematography: Michael Ballhaus
Editing: Lilian Seng
Production: Bavaria Film
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Wim Wenders
More Films in Genre: Family, Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is From the Family of Reptiles about?
A commissioned work for a television series on WDR, A House for Us. FROM THE FAMILY OF REPTILES and THE ISLAND are a complete program in two episodes. After all with Michael Ballhaus as the cinematographer. Ute (Katja Wulff), an 8 year old girl, constantly runs away from home and the youth center to escape into her own world. She spends many hours at the zoo and especially in front of the crocodile compound. Monika Brehm (Lisa Kreuzer), the kindergarten teacher, tries to find an entrance into Ute’s world. She realizes that her escapes are a form of withdrawal from her parents and the grown up world.
Who directed From the Family of Reptiles?
From the Family of Reptiles was directed by Wim Wenders.
Who stars in From the Family of Reptiles?
From the Family of Reptiles stars Lisa Kreuzer, Katja Wulff, Nicolas Brieger, Helga Trümper, Hansjoachim Krietsch, Marquard Bohm.
How long is From the Family of Reptiles?
From the Family of Reptiles has a runtime of 25m (25 minutes).
What genre is From the Family of Reptiles?
From the Family of Reptiles is a Family, Drama film.
Where was From the Family of Reptiles produced?
From the Family of Reptiles was produced in Germany.