Signs of Life (1968)

Signs of Life (1968) poster

During World War II, three German soldiers are withdrawn from combat when one of them, Stroszek, is wounded. They are assigned to a small coastal community on the Greek island of Kos while Stroszek recuperates. The men become increasingly stir crazy in their uneventful new assignment. Stroszek eventually goes mad.

Director: Werner Herzog
Genre: Drama, War
Runtime: 91 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Stavros Xarhakos
Cinematography: Thomas Mauch
Editing: Beate Mainka-Jellinghaus
Production: Werner Herzog Filmproduktion
Country: Germany
Language: ελληνικά, Deutsch
Original Language: de

Themes

The Horror of War and Humanity, World War I and Trench Warfare, World War I: The Trench Ordeal

Keywords

world war ii, greece, descent into madness, soldier, german soldier

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Signs of Life about?
During World War II, three German soldiers are withdrawn from combat when one of them, Stroszek, is wounded. They are assigned to a small coastal community on the Greek island of Kos while Stroszek recuperates. The men become increasingly stir crazy in their uneventful new assignment. Stroszek eventually goes mad.
Who directed Signs of Life?
Signs of Life was directed by Werner Herzog.
Who stars in Signs of Life?
Signs of Life stars Peter Brogle, Wolfgang Reichmann, Athina Zacharopoulou, Wolfgang von Ungern-Sternberg, Wolfgang Stumpf, Henry van Lyck.
How long is Signs of Life?
Signs of Life has a runtime of 1h 31m (91 minutes).
What genre is Signs of Life?
Signs of Life is a Drama, War film.
Where was Signs of Life produced?
Signs of Life was produced in Germany.
What are the themes of Signs of Life?
The themes of Signs of Life include: The Horror of War and Humanity, World War I and Trench Warfare, World War I: The Trench Ordeal.