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Night Shapes (1999)

6.519991h 41mDE
Drama

Directed by Andreas Dresen

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

1h 41m

Language

DE

Release

August 12, 1999

Director

Andreas Dresen

Overview

The Pope is in town and the night of his stay is anything but heavenly for some of Berlin′s inhabitants. Rich and poor, down-and-outs and policemen, street kids and taxi drivers - in their search for a little bit of happiness, they all end up on an amusing and at times harrowing odyssey through the ...

Cast

Meriam Abbas

Meriam Abbas

Hanna

Dominique Horwitz

Dominique Horwitz

Victor

Oliver Breite

Oliver Breite

Jochen

Susanne Bormann

Susanne Bormann

Patty

Michael Gwisdek

Michael Gwisdek

Peschke

Horst Krause

Horst Krause

Taxifahrer

Axel Prahl

Axel Prahl

Polizeibeamter

Ursula Karusseit

Ursula Karusseit

Frau Gerhardt

Christel Peters

Christel Peters

Alte Dame

Imogen Kogge

Imogen Kogge

Rita

Carmen-Maja Antoni

Carmen-Maja Antoni

Frau im Hospitz

Ade Sapara

Ade Sapara

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Night Shapes (1999), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The Pope is in town and the night of his stay is anything but heavenly for some of Berlin′s inhabitants. Rich and poor, down-and-outs and policemen, street kids and taxi drivers - in their search for a little bit of happiness, they all end up on an amusing and at times harrowing odyssey through the labyrinth of the big city.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Night Shapes. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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