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Short family drama

From the Family of Reptiles (1974): Cast

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From the Family of Reptiles is a 1974 short family drama directed by Wim Wenders, starring Katja Wulff, Lisa Kreuzer and Marquard Bohm. It runs 25 minutes.

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From the Family of Reptiles (1974) movie poster
Released
Runtime
25 min
Director
Wim Wenders
Genres
Drama , Family
Original language
German
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is From the Family of Reptiles About?

The premise of From the Family of Reptiles without spoilers.

Commissioned for WDR’s series “A House for Us,” the two‑part program “From the Family of Reptiles” (paired with “The Island”) forms a complete two‑episode work shot by cinematographer Michael Ballhaus. It follows eight‑year‑old Ute (Katja Wulff), who repeatedly runs away from home and a youth centre, seeking refuge at the zoo, especially by the crocodile enclosure. Kindergarten teacher Monika Brehm (Lisa Kreuzer) tries to enter Ute’s world, recognizing her escapes as a withdrawal from her parents and the adult world.

From the Family of Reptiles Themes & Keywords

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  • running away from home
  • crocodile
  • crocodile pond
  • 8 year old
  • 8 year old girl
  • youth center
  • reptile
  • zoo
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Cast & crew

From the Family of Reptiles Cast

Katja Wulff leads the cast, with Lisa Kreuzer and Marquard Bohm. Directed by Wim Wenders; 6 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in From the Family of Reptiles

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From the director

More from Wim Wenders

More films directed by Wim Wenders, best-rated first: Anselm, The Salt of the Earth, Paris, Texas and Perfect Days.

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From the Family of Reptiles FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of From the Family of Reptiles, each answered in a sentence.

How long is From the Family of Reptiles?

From the Family of Reptiles runs 25 minutes.

When was From the Family of Reptiles released?

From the Family of Reptiles was released on July 7, 1974.

Who directed From the Family of Reptiles?

From the Family of Reptiles was directed by Wim Wenders.

More films by Wim Wenders

Who is in the cast of From the Family of Reptiles?

From the Family of Reptiles stars Katja Wulff, Lisa Kreuzer and Marquard Bohm, among 6 credited actors.

Does From the Family of Reptiles have a post-credit scene?

No. From the Family of Reptiles has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is From the Family of Reptiles in?

The original language of From the Family of Reptiles is German.

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