Movie Description
Menschenfrauen
(1980)Overview
Menschenfrauen is a film about relationships and the psychological oppression of women in society. Franz, a journalist, maintains relationships with four women. His three mistresses are introduced with television dreams of intense emotional violence (in the first dream, a mother shouts at her daughter, explaining that as a girl, she does not deserve a room of her own), and the fourth is his wife. He is desperate to have each to himself. Franz never offers a substantial sign of love, but is willing to say anything and make any promise for affection. His dependence on women for fulfilment is explained through arguments with his wife. He claims "I am my own sound. The women produce voices within me." An understandable and sometimes sympathetic antagonist is one of the films greatest strengths. The emotional damage he causes becomes believable.
Featured Crew
- Director : Valie Export
- Producer : Valie Export
- Writer : Peter Weibel
- Editor : Tina Frese,Friedl Mayer
- Cast : Elly Naschold,Lukas Resetarits,Klaus Wildbolz,Susanne Widl,Maria Martina,Renée Felden,Christiane von Aster
Cast
Franz
Anna Sand
Gertrud
Elisabeth
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Facts
Original TitleMenschenfrauen
Status Released
Release Information
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1980-01-10
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 02h 12m
Genres
- Drama
- TV Movie
