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Sechzehneichen (2012): Cast

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Sechzehneichen is a 2012 film directed by Hendrik Handloegten, starring Anatole Taubman as Ansgar, Alexander Beyer and Mark Waschke. It is partly based on The Stepford Wives by Ira Levin. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes.

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Sechzehneichen (2012) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 28m (88 min)
Original language
German
Studio
HR
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Sechzehneichen About?

The premise of Sechzehneichen without spoilers, adapted from The Stepford Wives by Ira Levin.

A couple relocates to a seemingly idyllic gated community called Sechzehneichen. However, the wife, a photographer, finds herself increasingly restless and bored, while her husband becomes involved with a clandestine men's club. She observes that the other wives in the community appear strangely conformist and lacking depth, leading to unsettling questions about the community's true nature. The film explores themes of conformity and suburban malaise, drawing comparisons to "The Stepford Wives" but with a notably serious and austere tone.

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Cast & crew

Sechzehneichen Cast & Characters

Anatole Taubman leads the cast as Ansgar, with Alexander Beyer as Konstantin and Mark Waschke as Nils Eichhorn. Directed by Hendrik Handloegten; 14 actors are credited in all.

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More from Hendrik Handloegten

More films directed by Hendrik Handloegten: Summer Window, An Old Maid, Learning to Lie and Paul Is Dead.

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Cars

Cars in Sechzehneichen

7 cars on screen, including the 2010 Audi A8 D4 and the 1994 Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse Ambulance VF124.

All 7 cars
  • 2010 Audi A8 D4 in Sechzehneichen 2010 Audi A8 D4 Minor role
  • 1994 Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse Ambulance VF124 in Sechzehneichen 1994 Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse Ambulance VF124 Minor role
  • 2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse T S211 in Sechzehneichen 2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse T S211 Minor role
  • 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano W639 in Sechzehneichen 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano W639 Minor role

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Sechzehneichen FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, the book behind it, post-credit scenes and language of Sechzehneichen, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Sechzehneichen?

Sechzehneichen runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

When was Sechzehneichen released?

Sechzehneichen was released on November 28, 2012.

Who directed Sechzehneichen?

Sechzehneichen was directed by Hendrik Handloegten.

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Who is in the cast of Sechzehneichen?

Sechzehneichen stars Anatole Taubman as Ansgar, Alexander Beyer as Konstantin and Mark Waschke as Nils Eichhorn, among 14 credited actors.

Is Sechzehneichen based on a book?

Yes. Sechzehneichen is partly adapted from The Stepford Wives by Ira Levin.

Does Sechzehneichen have a post-credit scene?

No. Sechzehneichen has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Sechzehneichen in?

The original language of Sechzehneichen is German.

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