Runaway Horse (2007)

Runaway Horse (2007) poster

Helmut and Sabine Halm have always managed vacations of lazy privacy at their favorite retreat on Germany′s Lake Constance. So when the energetic, handsome Klaus Buch turns up with his beautiful girlfriend Helene, Helmut is quite ready to dismiss this dimly familiar acquaintance. But Klaus is overjoyed to recognize his old schoolmate Helmut, eager to recall every incident of their shared time, and to display every detail of this successful lifestyle as a fit sportsman and author. The precious days of privacy give way to an unwanted and awkward intimacy, as the Buchs and the Halms hike, dine and sail together. Their joint activities aggravate myriad psychological tensions among the four characters, which are all the more intensely ironic for their peaceful veneer and which must eventually erupt.

Director: Rainer Kaufmann
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 92 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Annette Focks
Editing: Christel Suckow
Production: ZDF
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de

Themes

Childhood Friends Reunited After Years, Friendships Born from Rivalry, Fierce Rivalry and Jealousy, Neighbor Feud and the Path to Reconciliation, The Great Rivalry on the Basketball Court

Keywords

friendship, husband wife relationship, holiday, routine, romantic rivalry, lake constance, rivalry, childhood friends

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Runaway Horse about?
Helmut and Sabine Halm have always managed vacations of lazy privacy at their favorite retreat on Germany′s Lake Constance. So when the energetic, handsome Klaus Buch turns up with his beautiful girlfriend Helene, Helmut is quite ready to dismiss this dimly familiar acquaintance. But Klaus is overjoyed to recognize his old schoolmate Helmut, eager to recall every incident of their shared time, and to display every detail of this successful lifestyle as a fit sportsman and author. The precious days of privacy give way to an unwanted and awkward intimacy, as the Buchs and the Halms hike, dine and sail together. Their joint activities aggravate myriad psychological tensions among the four characters, which are all the more intensely ironic for their peaceful veneer and which must eventually erupt.
Who directed Runaway Horse?
Runaway Horse was directed by Rainer Kaufmann.
Who stars in Runaway Horse?
Runaway Horse stars Katja Riemann, Ulrich Tukur, Ulrich Noethen, Petra Schmidt-Schaller, Jan Messutat.
How long is Runaway Horse?
Runaway Horse has a runtime of 1h 32m (92 minutes).
What genre is Runaway Horse?
Runaway Horse is a Comedy, Drama film.
Where was Runaway Horse produced?
Runaway Horse was produced in Germany.
What are the themes of Runaway Horse?
The themes of Runaway Horse include: Childhood Friends Reunited After Years, Friendships Born from Rivalry, Fierce Rivalry and Jealousy, Neighbor Feud and the Path to Reconciliation, The Great Rivalry on the Basketball Court.