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Enlightenment Guaranteed (2000)

"Two Strangers in a Strange Land."

6.920001h 49mDE
ComedyDrama

Directed by Doris Dörrie

Rating

6.9/10

Runtime

1h 49m

Language

DE

Release

January 20, 2000

Director

Doris Dörrie

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Overview

Two middle aged German brothers - one New Age and recently divorced, the other uptight and sceptical - travel to a Zen monastery in Japan in search of enlightenment, or perhaps just in search of themselves.

Cast

Uwe Ochsenknecht

Uwe Ochsenknecht

Uwe

Gustav Peter Wöhler

Gustav Peter Wöhler

Gustav

Petra Zieser

Petra Zieser

Petra

Ulrike Kriener

Ulrike Kriener

Ulrike

Heiner Lauterbach

Heiner Lauterbach

Heiner

Wilson Gonzalez Ochsenknecht

Wilson Gonzalez Ochsenknecht

Jimi Blue Ochsenknecht

Jimi Blue Ochsenknecht

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Enlightenment Guaranteed (2000), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Two middle aged German brothers - one New Age and recently divorced, the other uptight and sceptical - travel to a Zen monastery in Japan in search of enlightenment, or perhaps just in search of themselves.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Enlightenment Guaranteed. 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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