Stroszek poster

Stroszek (1977)

"A Ballad"

7.319771h 48mDE
Drama

Directed by Werner Herzog

Rating

7.3/10

Runtime

1h 48m

Language

DE

Release

May 20, 1977

Director

Werner Herzog

Official Trailer

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Overview

Bruno Stroszek is released from prison and warned to stop drinking. He has few skills and fewer expectations: with a glockenspiel and an accordion, he ekes out a living as a street musician. He befriends Eva, a prostitute down on her luck and they join his neighbor, Scheitz, an elderly eccentric, wh...

Cast

Bruno S.

Bruno S.

Bruno Stroszek

Eva Mattes

Eva Mattes

Eva

Clemens Scheitz

Clemens Scheitz

Scheitz

Wilhelm von Homburg

Wilhelm von Homburg

Souteneur

Burkhard Driest

Burkhard Driest

Pimp #2

Clayton Szalpinski

Clayton Szalpinski

Mechanic

Ely Rodriguez

Ely Rodriguez

Mechanic's Assistant

Alfred Edel

Alfred Edel

Prison Warden

Scott McKain

Scott McKain

Bank Teller

Pitt Bedewitz

Pitt Bedewitz

Pimp #3

Ralph Wade

Ralph Wade

Auctioneer

Michael Gahr

Michael Gahr

Hoss, a prisoner

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Stroszek (1977), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Bruno Stroszek is released from prison and warned to stop drinking. He has few skills and fewer expectations: with a glockenspiel and an accordion, he ekes out a living as a street musician. He befriends Eva, a prostitute down on her luck and they join his neighbor, Scheitz, an elderly eccentric, when he leaves Germany to live in Wisconsin.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Stroszek. 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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