The Fall
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Film adaptation of the last part of Martin Walser's "Kristlein Trilogy": After the perpetually failing intellectual Anselm Kristlein had to make a living as a sales representative and advertising copywriter in "Halbzeit" and became a writer in "Das Einhorn" (filmed in 1977 by Peter Patzak), he now tries his hand as the owner of a pinball arcade in Munich, loses his wife's fortune, and returns to Lake Constance in a chaotic state of mind.
Cast
Franz Buchrieser
as Anselm Kristlein
Hannelore Elsner
as Alissa Kristlein
Wolfgang Kieling
as Edmund Gabriel
Eva Maria Meineke
as Rosa Blomich
Kurt Raab
as Theopont Dirlewanger
Mady Rahl
as Frau Eltron
Kurt Weinzierl
as Dr. Freudenreich
Max Strecker
as Herr Kaiser
Marquard Bohm
as
Dieter Augustin
as
Dietrich Mattausch
as
Franziska Walser
as
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About The Fall
Film adaptation of the last part of Martin Walser's "Kristlein Trilogy": After the perpetually failing intellectual Anselm Kristlein had to make a living as a sales representative and advertising copywriter in "Halbzeit" and became a writer in "Das Einhorn" (filmed in 1977 by Peter Patzak), he now tries his hand as the owner of a pinball arcade in Munich, loses his wife's fortune, and returns to Lake Constance in a chaotic state of mind. Running 103 minutes.
The Fall Cast and Characters
The cast features Franz Buchrieser (as Anselm Kristlein), Hannelore Elsner (as Alissa Kristlein), Wolfgang Kieling (as Edmund Gabriel), Eva Maria Meineke (as Rosa Blomich), and Kurt Raab (as Theopont Dirlewanger). Their performances are a major reason The Fall has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch The Fall NowWhy People Are Watching The Fall
The Fall flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy German storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch The Fall online for free?
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How long is The Fall?
The Fall runs for 103 minutes (about 1.7 hours).
Is The Fall good? What's the rating?
The Fall holds a 7.0/10 rating based on 1 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Fall?
The main cast includes Franz Buchrieser, Hannelore Elsner, Wolfgang Kieling, and Eva Maria Meineke, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Fall available in German?
Yes — The Fall was originally produced in German and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The Fall released?
The Fall was released in 1979.
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What is The Fall about?
The Fall is a Drama film. Film adaptation of the last part of Martin Walser's "Kristlein Trilogy": After the perpetually failing intellectual Anselm Kristlein had to make a living as a sales representative and advertising copywriter in "Halbzeit" and became a writer in "Das Einhorn" (filmed in 1977 by Peter Patzak), he now tries his hand as the owner of a pinball arcade in Munich, loses his wife's fortune, and returns to Lake Constance in a chaotic state of mind.
When was The Fall released?
The Fall was released on January 18, 1979. It has a runtime of 1h 43m.
Who stars in The Fall?
The Fall stars Franz Buchrieser, Hannelore Elsner, Wolfgang Kieling and Eva Maria Meineke. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Fall available in HD?
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