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Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation (2017): Cast

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Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation is a 2017 drama directed by Friedemann Fromm, starring Lili Epply as Lore, Theo Trebs and Andreas Warmbrunn. It runs 1 hour 45 minutes.

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Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation (2017) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 45m (105 min)
Director
Friedemann Fromm
Genre
Drama
Original language
German
Studio
MIA Film
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation About?

The premise of Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation without spoilers.

Set in Schwäbisch Hall during the summer of 1944, this film follows a group of sixteen-year-old boys yearning for swing music, romance, and freedom, a stark contrast to the prevailing war propaganda. Their attention is captivated by Lore, an air force helper known for her striking red swimsuit. As they navigate their desires, a sense of dread grows, fueled by the suspicions of friends like Knuffke, Bubu, Tongue Kiss, and Hosenmacher, who fear they won't avoid the realities of the front lines. Lore's casual farewell, "Stay tuned," foreshadows the tragic events that will soon befall them, marking a loss that will irrevocably alter their lives.

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Cast & crew

Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation Cast & Characters

Lili Epply leads the cast as Lore, with Theo Trebs as Knuffke and Andreas Warmbrunn as Bubu. Directed by Friedemann Fromm; 11 actors are credited in all.

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One more film directed by Friedemann Fromm: Nacht über Berlin.

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Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation Also Known As

Also known as “Summer Of 44”.

Also known as
  • Summer Of 44

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Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation?

Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).

When was Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation released?

Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation was released on June 24, 2017.

Who directed Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation?

Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation was directed by Friedemann Fromm.

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Who is in the cast of Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation?

Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation stars Lili Epply as Lore, Theo Trebs as Knuffke and Andreas Warmbrunn as Bubu, among 11 credited actors.

Does Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation have a post-credit scene?

No. Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation in?

The original language of Summer of ’44 - The Lost Generation is German.

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