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Kings of the Road (1976)

7.419762h 56mDE
Drama

Directed by Wim Wenders

Rating

7.4/10

Runtime

2h 56m

Language

DE

Release

March 4, 1976

Director

Wim Wenders

Overview

Itinerant projection-equipment repairman Bruno Winter and depressed hitchhiker Robert Lander - a doctor who has just been through a break-up with his wife and a half-hearted suicide attempt - travel along the Western side of the East-German border in a repair truck, visiting worn-out movie theaters,...

Cast

Rüdiger Vogler

Rüdiger Vogler

Bruno Winter

Hanns Zischler

Hanns Zischler

Robert Lander

Lisa Kreuzer

Lisa Kreuzer

Pauline - Cashier

Rudolf Schündler

Rudolf Schündler

Robert's Father

Marquard Bohm

Marquard Bohm

Man Who Lost His Wife

Hans Dieter Trayer

Hans Dieter Trayer

Paul - Garage Owner

Franziska Stömmer

Franziska Stömmer

Cinema Owner

Patric Kreuzer

Patric Kreuzer

Little Boy

Wim Wenders

Wim Wenders

Spectator at Pauline's Theater (uncredited)

Peter Kaiser

Peter Kaiser

Masturbating Projectionist (uncredited)

Michael Wiedemann

Michael Wiedemann

Teacher (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Kings of the Road (1976), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Itinerant projection-equipment repairman Bruno Winter and depressed hitchhiker Robert Lander - a doctor who has just been through a break-up with his wife and a half-hearted suicide attempt - travel along the Western side of the East-German border in a repair truck, visiting worn-out movie theaters, learning to communicate across their differences.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Kings of the Road. 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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