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Description of an Island (1979): Cast

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Description of an Island is a 1979 drama directed by Rudolf Thome, starring Edda Köchl, Cynthia Beatt and Gabrielle Baur. It runs 3 hours 12 minutes.

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Description of an Island (1979) movie poster
Released
Runtime
3h 12m (192 min)
Director
Rudolf Thome
Genre
Drama
Original language
German
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Description of an Island About?

The premise of Description of an Island without spoilers.

Filmed spontaneously, the film blends documentary and fiction as five German researchers arrive on Parapara, a South‑Pacific island in Vanuatu, to study its people. Each studies language, fauna, customs, plants, or oral tradition. Their purpose soon clashes with local values, and the tribal chief questions the outsiders’ motives, fearing exploitation.

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Cast & crew

Description of an Island Cast

Edda Köchl leads the cast, with Cynthia Beatt and Gabrielle Baur. Directed by Rudolf Thome; 4 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Rudolf Thome

More films directed by Rudolf Thome: Into the Blue, Smoke Signs, You Told Me, You Love Me and Woman Driving, Man Sleeping.

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FAQ

Description of an Island FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Description of an Island, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Description of an Island?

Description of an Island runs 3 hours 12 minutes (192 minutes).

When was Description of an Island released?

Description of an Island was released on February 28, 1979.

Who directed Description of an Island?

Description of an Island was directed by Rudolf Thome.

More films by Rudolf Thome

Who is in the cast of Description of an Island?

Description of an Island stars Edda Köchl, Cynthia Beatt and Gabrielle Baur, among 4 credited actors.

Does Description of an Island have a post-credit scene?

No. Description of an Island has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Description of an Island in?

The original language of Description of an Island is German.

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