Chamisso’s Shadow (2016)
A three-chapter 720-minute cinematic exploration inspired by historical explorers like Adelbert von Chamisso. The film intertwines past and present travel experiences, using readings and visual materials to explore themes of cultural knowledge loss and change, drawing parallels to Chamisso’s “Wondrous Story” of Schlemihl and his shadow.
Director: Ulrike Ottinger
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 720 min
Release Date: February 12, 2016
Cast
- Hanns Zischler - Adelbert von Chamisso (voice)
- Burghart Klaußner - Georg Wilhelm Steller (voice)
- Thomas Thieme - Captain James Cook (voice)
- Ulrike Ottinger - Herself (voice)
Screenplay
Cinematography: Ulrike Ottinger
Editing: Bettina Blickwede
Country: Austria, Germany, Switzerland
Language: English, Deutsch, Pусский
Original Language: de
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Chamisso’s Shadow about?
- A three-chapter 720-minute cinematic exploration inspired by historical explorers like Adelbert von Chamisso. The film intertwines past and present travel experiences, using readings and visual materials to explore themes of cultural knowledge loss and change, drawing parallels to Chamisso’s “Wondrous Story” of Schlemihl and his shadow.
- Who directed Chamisso’s Shadow?
- Chamisso’s Shadow was directed by Ulrike Ottinger.
- Who stars in Chamisso’s Shadow?
- Chamisso’s Shadow stars Hanns Zischler, Burghart Klaußner, Thomas Thieme, Ulrike Ottinger.
- How long is Chamisso’s Shadow?
- Chamisso’s Shadow has a runtime of 12h 0m (720 minutes).
- What genre is Chamisso’s Shadow?
- Chamisso’s Shadow is a Documentary film.
- Where was Chamisso’s Shadow produced?
- Chamisso’s Shadow was produced in Austria, Germany, Switzerland.