Decoder (1984): Cast
Decoder is a 1984 mystery horror film directed by Muscha, starring FM Einheit as F.M., William S. Burroughs and Ralf Richter. It runs 1 hour 27 minutes.
German What Is Decoder About?
The premise of Decoder without spoilers.
Information is likened to a bank, and the protagonists see themselves as thieves of data. Sound‑designer F.M. discovers that specific sonic frequencies trigger distinct behavioral responses. He first tests the theory in his studio, then at the local H‑Burger restaurant, where the ambient muzak appears to strip diners of their emotions.
Decoder Themes & Keywords
· 32 tags- power
- cyberpunk sci fi
- dystopian sci fi
- b sci fi
- riot
- toad
- fast food
- hamburger
- cassette tape
- sound manipulation
- sound studio
- reel to reel tape recorder
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- tape recorder
- arcade game
- montage
- frog
- dystopia
- big brother
- subliminal
- encryption
- electronic
- peep show
- piracy
- conspiracy
- subculture
- cult film
- psychedelic
- new wave
- experimental film
- one word title
- independent film
- reference to william s. burroughs
Decoder Cast & Characters
FM Einheit leads the cast as F.M., with William S. Burroughs as Old Man and Ralf Richter as Jaeger's Assistant. Directed by Muscha; 9 actors are credited in all.
- Director Muscha
- FM Einheit as F.M.
- William S. Burroughs as Old Man
- Ralf Richter as Jaeger's Assistant
- Genesis P-Orridge as High Priest
Also Starring in Decoder
· 5 more- Matthias Fuchs H-Burger Manager
- William Rice Jaeger
- Alexander Hacke Pirate
- Christiane Felscherinow Christiana
- Mona Mur Pirate
Decoder Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “Dekoder” and “Декодер”.
- Also known as
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- Dekoder
- Декодер
- 解码器
- 디코더
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Decoder FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Decoder, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Decoder?
Decoder runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).
When was Decoder released?
Decoder was released on February 19, 1984.
Who directed Decoder?
Decoder was directed by Muscha.
More films by Muscha Who is in the cast of Decoder?
Decoder stars FM Einheit as F.M., William S. Burroughs as Old Man and Ralf Richter as Jaeger's Assistant, among 9 credited actors.
Does Decoder have a post-credit scene?
No. Decoder has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Decoder in?
The original language of Decoder is German.
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