Der Rekord (1984)
Rico Moreno is trying to break the world record for continuous television in order to finance an illegal private broadcasting project on the high seas. His friend Banana helps him to endure 240 hours non-stop in front of the screen. He provides him with sandwiches, coffee, whisky, cigarettes, ice packs and movies that promise a little variety. But at the end of his record attempt, Rico only reacts to the 625 lines on the TV screen. His perception of the world around him has been extinguished, he is unresponsive and no longer communicates anything. The record succeeds, but where is Rico? He has flown away into another world, from where Banana and his girlfriend Bigi finally try to bring him back to life via the screen.
Director: Daniel Helfer
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 85 min
Release Date: May 28, 1984
Cast
- Uwe Ochsenknecht - Rico
- László I. Kish - Banana
- Kurt Raab - P.K. Wütrich
- Jochen Busse - TV Reporter
- Dietrich Mattausch - SABO Direktor
- Vitus Zeplichal - Arzt
- Willy Schäfer - Geschäftsführer
Country: Germany, Switzerland
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Daniel Helfer
More Films in Genre: Comedy
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Der Rekord about?
- Rico Moreno is trying to break the world record for continuous television in order to finance an illegal private broadcasting project on the high seas. His friend Banana helps him to endure 240 hours non-stop in front of the screen. He provides him with sandwiches, coffee, whisky, cigarettes, ice packs and movies that promise a little variety. But at the end of his record attempt, Rico only reacts to the 625 lines on the TV screen. His perception of the world around him has been extinguished, he is unresponsive and no longer communicates anything. The record succeeds, but where is Rico? He has flown away into another world, from where Banana and his girlfriend Bigi finally try to bring him back to life via the screen.
- Who directed Der Rekord?
- Der Rekord was directed by Daniel Helfer.
- Who stars in Der Rekord?
- Der Rekord stars Uwe Ochsenknecht, László I. Kish, Kurt Raab, Jochen Busse, Dietrich Mattausch, Vitus Zeplichal.
- How long is Der Rekord?
- Der Rekord has a runtime of 1h 25m (85 minutes).
- What genre is Der Rekord?
- Der Rekord is a Comedy film.
- Where was Der Rekord produced?
- Der Rekord was produced in Germany, Switzerland.