Wozzeck (1947): Cast
Wozzeck is a 1947 drama directed by Georg C. Klaren, starring Kurt Meisel as Wozzeck, Max Eckard and Paul Henckels. It runs 1 hour 41 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 41m (101 min)
- Director
- Georg C. Klaren
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
-
German - Studio
- DEFA
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Wozzeck About?
The premise of Wozzeck without spoilers.
During an anatomy seminar that intends to dissect Franz Wozzeck’s corpse in the name of scientific progress, medical student Büchner condemns humanity for the circumstances that led to Wozzeck’s tragic fate. The narrative unfolds through flashbacks, with Büchner’s voice guiding the story and revealing the emotional weight of the events.
Wozzeck Themes & Keywords
· 5 tags- run the gauntlet
- arms tied overhead
- whipping
- bare chested male bondage
- based on play
Wozzeck Cast & Characters
Kurt Meisel leads the cast as Wozzeck, with Max Eckard as Büchner and Paul Henckels as Arzt. Directed by Georg C. Klaren; 16 actors are credited in all.
- Director Georg C. Klaren
- Kurt Meisel as Wozzeck
- Max Eckard as Büchner
- Paul Henckels as Arzt
- Gunnar Möller as 3. Student
Also Starring in Wozzeck
· 12 more- Valy Arnheim Gerichtspräsident
- Arno Paulsen Hauptmann
- Willi Rose Andres
- Elsa Wagner
- Richard Häussler Tambour-Major
- Alfred Balthoff 1. Handwerksbursche
- Claire Reigbert Margret
- Karl Hellmer
- Otto Matthies
- Rotraut Richter Käthe
- Wolfgang Kühne
- Helga Zülch Maria
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Wozzeck FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Wozzeck, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Wozzeck?
Wozzeck runs 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).
When was Wozzeck released?
Wozzeck was released on December 17, 1947.
Who directed Wozzeck?
Wozzeck was directed by Georg C. Klaren.
Who is in the cast of Wozzeck?
Wozzeck stars Kurt Meisel as Wozzeck, Max Eckard as Büchner and Paul Henckels as Arzt, among 16 credited actors.
Does Wozzeck have a post-credit scene?
No. Wozzeck has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Wozzeck in?
The original language of Wozzeck is German.
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