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Despair

Despair

A hysterical comedy

Berlin, 1930, during the rise of Nazism. Hermann Hermann, a Russian emigrant and chocolate manufacturer, married to the capricious Lydia, loses his temper more and more every day when dealing with his workers and other businessmen; until he meets Felix, a vagrant, who seems to be physically identical to him; a disconcerting fact that leads Hermann Hermann to plot a particular way out of a fake world he actually hates.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Despair
  • Genres: Drama, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1978-09-15
  • Runtime: 117 minutes
  • Rating: 6.4/10 (44 votes)
  • Budget: $2,600,000
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Bavaria Studios
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.0575
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Dirk Bogarde

Dirk Bogarde

as Hermann Hermann

Andréa Ferréol

Andréa Ferréol

as Lydia Hermann

Klaus Löwitsch

Klaus Löwitsch

as Felix Weber

Volker Spengler

Volker Spengler

as Ardalion

Bernhard Wicki

Bernhard Wicki

as Orlovius

Armin Meier

Armin Meier

as Silverman / Sergeant Brown / Foreman

Peter Kern

Peter Kern

as Müller

Adrian Hoven

Adrian Hoven

as Inspector Schelling

Alexander Allerson

Alexander Allerson

as Mayer

Hark Bohm

Hark Bohm

as Doctor

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

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Keywords

berlin, germanyhusband wife relationshipbased on novel or bookbusinessmanchocolateidentityparanoiaidentity crisisattempt to escapepainterrepublic of weimaralienationantisemitismmental illnessmadnessassumed identitydoppelgängerinsurance policydoublevagrantnazismrussian emigremurder plot1930sperfect murderself imagefilm within a filmperformativedissociationjewish ancestryjewish wiferise of fascismrise of nazismvictimhood

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Despair?

Despair is a Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1978-09-15.

Who are the main actors in Despair?

The main cast includes Dirk Bogarde, Andréa Ferréol, Klaus Löwitsch, Volker Spengler, Bernhard Wicki, .

Where can I watch Despair online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Despair is available.

Is Despair based on a true story?

A hysterical comedy

What is the IMDb rating of Despair?

Despair has an IMDb rating of 6.4/10 based on 44 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Despair?

The movie had a production budget of $2,600,000 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Despair?

The soundtrack was composed by Bavaria Studios. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Despair filmed?

Despair was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Despair?

The total runtime of Despair is 117 minutes.

Is Despair suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Despair?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Despair.

Does Despair have a post-credit scene?

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