The First Days (1971)

A silent film based on a radio play

The First Days (1971) poster

In this end-of-the-life scenario, which is designed as an expressive silent film with subtitles, a group of adolescents and scattered loners move through a destroyed landscape. One of the leaders is poisoned by his girlfriend, who now takes his place and demonstrates her power to a newcomer. However, he in turn passes the test of courage, puts himself in the place of the head of the group and leads the ever-growing community into an uncertain future.

Director: Herbert Holba
Genre: Adventure
Runtime: 76 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Gerhard Walenta, Franz Wippel, Heimo Wisser
Cinematography: Xaver Schwarzenberger
Editing: Gertraud Luschützky
Production: Filmclub ACTION
Country: Austria
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Herbert Holba
More Films in Genre: Adventure

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The First Days about?
In this end-of-the-life scenario, which is designed as an expressive silent film with subtitles, a group of adolescents and scattered loners move through a destroyed landscape. One of the leaders is poisoned by his girlfriend, who now takes his place and demonstrates her power to a newcomer. However, he in turn passes the test of courage, puts himself in the place of the head of the group and leads the ever-growing community into an uncertain future.
Who directed The First Days?
The First Days was directed by Herbert Holba.
Who stars in The First Days?
The First Days stars Ariane Niehoff, Olga Felber, Heinz Herki, Karl-Heinz Hayek, Gerhard Stingl, Wolfgang Stingl.
How long is The First Days?
The First Days has a runtime of 1h 16m (76 minutes).
What genre is The First Days?
The First Days is a Adventure film.
Where was The First Days produced?
The First Days was produced in Austria.