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Die Senkrechtstarter (1989)

2.519891h 28mDE
ComedyScience Fiction

Directed by Christian Rateuke

Rating

2.5/10

Runtime

1h 28m

Language

DE

Release

January 26, 1989

Director

Christian Rateuke

Overview

In the not too distant future, in the year 1999: In Germany, payment may only be made by credit card, which leads to many people purchasing things they cannot pay for. A nasty debt collector from the almighty central bank sends out employees to take back unpaid goods from customers by force. A girl ...

Cast

Mike Krüger

Mike Krüger

Mike

Christina Plate

Christina Plate

Egon

Karl Dall

Karl Dall

Löffler

Karl-Ulrich Meves

Karl-Ulrich Meves

Guard

András Fricsay

András Fricsay

Codinsky

Ursula Diestel

Ursula Diestel

Presenter

Jockel Tschiersch

Jockel Tschiersch

Driver

Gundula Petrovska

Gundula Petrovska

Mother

Harald Effenberg

Harald Effenberg

Security Guard

Eberhard Prüter

Eberhard Prüter

Security Guard

Jo Bolling

Jo Bolling

Inspector

Herbert Weißbach

Herbert Weißbach

Grandfather

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Die Senkrechtstarter (1989), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In the not too distant future, in the year 1999: In Germany, payment may only be made by credit card, which leads to many people purchasing things they cannot pay for. A nasty debt collector from the almighty central bank sends out employees to take back unpaid goods from customers by force. A girl who calls herself Egon is also forced to work for this evil person. In the process, she meets nice Mike, with whom she falls in love. Soon Mike and his friend, the aging playboy Löffler, are in a turbulent adventure to free Egon from the clutches of the bank villain.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Die Senkrechtstarter. 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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